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Nigerian Government To Give 25,000 Naira to 7 Million Households This Year
The Federal Government has announced that another seven million Nigerian households will be brought into its cash transfer programme before the end of this year. This is to expand the reach of a scheme designed to ease the economic strain on vulnerable citizens.
The initiative is part of the National Social Safety Nets programme. It has been ongoing for several years but has gained more urgency in recent times as many families struggle with the rising cost of living. Finance Minister Wale Edun explained that payments have already reached a large number of households, yet millions more are still in line to benefit. The goal, according to him, is to cover as many as 15 million households across the country.
So far, almost 20 million households are listed on the national social register, representing more than 70 million Nigerians. However, before new payments are made, beneficiaries must be verified to ensure they are eligible. This includes updating their records and linking them with a valid national identity such as the NIN. Once confirmed, households receive the money directly through digital channels like bank accounts or mobile wallets.
Officials say all outstanding payments will be made before the year runs out. For those still waiting, the advice is to confirm that their household details are correctly captured in the social register and that their identities have been validated.
It was reported that former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has allegedly purchased a presidential candidate form for the 2027 elections.
It can be noted that Jonathan served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015.
This information was revealed by Sani Useni, a special assistant who made the claim. Many reacted to the news, with some expressing interest in seeing Jonathan return to power after staying relatively quiet politically since his administration ended.
However, Jonathan has not yet addressed the public or officially shared any presidential ambition.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reacted to the recent abduction incident in Oyo State.
It can be recalled that schools were attacked by armed men, with some teachers and students reportedly taken. Some people were also killed during the attack.
CAN cried out on behalf of the public, stating “It is intolerable, disgraceful and utterly unacceptable that Nigerian children can no longer sit safely in classrooms without the fear of being kidnapped by armed gangs.”
The organisation also stated that Nigerians are tired of constantly mourning and questioning when something will finally be done to stop the violence.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that seven teachers were abducted following a recent attack on a school in the state.
It was also shared that the number of students taken is still being investigated.
The governor further revealed that some people were killed during the attack and abduction.
He also added “With the pressure on the terrorists and the bandits in the North-West, they will keep moving southward.”
“When you have pressure in one place, we must be prepared on this side to either repel or neutralise any terrorists fleeing the pressure points.”
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