The Federal Government has announced the National Emergency Relief and Stabilization Intervention (NERSI), a cash assistance programme that will provide eligible vulnerable households with ₦50,000 monthly.
The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction announced the intervention on October 30, 2026, as part of efforts to provide financial assistance to households struggling with rising food prices and the cost of essential goods.
Under the programme, selected beneficiaries will receive ₦50,000 directly into their bank accounts or mobile wallets through approved digital financial service providers.
The government describes NERSI as a shock-responsive cash transfer programme designed to help vulnerable households manage unexpected financial difficulties and maintain access to basic necessities.
NERSI official portal
The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction has provided an online portal for information and official updates about the intervention.
Interested Nigerians can visit:
NERSI Portal: https://www.fmhapr.gov.ng/nersi
The portal is intended for programme information and updates. It should not be mistaken for an open application form.
How to become a NERSI beneficiary
The NERSI programme does not require members of the public to submit a fresh application or pay a registration fee.
Beneficiaries are selected through the government’s social protection records, including the National Social Register and verified identity information.
People selected for payment will receive an SMS from one of the approved digital financial service providers requesting their consent.
After accepting the request, the ₦50,000 will be transferred to their designated bank account or mobile wallet.
How will the NERSI money be paid?
The Federal Government is working with licensed digital financial service providers to distribute the funds.
The approved providers include:
- ALAT by Wema Bank
- MoMo Payment Service Bank (PSB)
- NairaGram
- OPay
- Moniepoint
Beneficiaries will receive payment notifications through these providers. The money can be withdrawn or spent directly from the designated account or wallet.
Is the NERSI ₦50,000 payment monthly?
Yes. The announced support is ₦50,000 per month for eligible beneficiaries.
However, the government has not stated the exact number of months each person will receive the assistance. The payment amount will also be reviewed periodically to reflect changes in living costs. Beneficiaries will be informed before any adjustment.
Important information for Nigerians
There is no need to pay an agent or provide sensitive banking details to secure a place in the programme.
Anyone claiming to offer guaranteed NERSI registration in exchange for money should be treated with caution.
Keep your registered phone number active and pay attention to genuine SMS notifications from approved payment providers.
For enquiries or complaints, contact the NERSI helpline on 0700-022-2222.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I apply for the NERSI ₦50,000 grant online?
There is no public application process. Beneficiaries are selected by the programme using verified social protection records.
2. What is the official NERSI website?
The official information portal provided by the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction is https://www.fmhapr.gov.ng/nersi.
3. Do I have to repay the ₦50,000?
No. The payment is a grant, not a loan. Beneficiaries are not expected to repay the money.
4. Will everyone who visits the portal receive ₦50,000?
No. Visiting the portal does not make someone a beneficiary. The programme targets selected vulnerable households.
5. Is NERSI registration free?
Yes. There is no registration fee, and beneficiaries do not need to pay agents to receive the support.
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