FG ₦50,000 NERSI Relief: Wema Bank Notifies Selected Beneficiaries | How to Accept Payment
The Federal Government has commenced sending selection notifications to some Wema Bank customers under its ₦50,000 National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI).
Selected beneficiaries are receiving SMS notifications informing them that they have been chosen to receive the ₦50,000 relief support. The messages also provide instructions on how to accept the payment using the official ALAT by Wema Bank USSD code.
According to the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, beneficiaries are selected using verified national identity records and the National Social Register. Payments are being processed in phases, meaning not everyone will receive a notification at the same time.
Quick Facts About the FG ₦50,000 NERSI Relief
- Programme: National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI)
- Organiser: Federal Government of Nigeria
- Supervising Ministry: Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction
- Relief Amount: ₦50,000
- Payment Provider: ALAT by Wema Bank
- USSD Code: 94523#
- Beneficiaries: Selected eligible Nigerians
- Application Fee: Free
- Payment Method: Mobile wallet
Wema Bank Begins Sending NERSI Selection SMS to Beneficiaries
The Federal Government has started notifying selected beneficiaries through approved financial service providers, including ALAT by Wema Bank.
Recipients of the selection SMS are instructed to dial the official USSD code to confirm their participation and accept the ₦50,000 relief payment.
The ALAT by Wema Bank USSD code published on the official NERSI portal is 94523#.
The intervention is designed to provide financial support to poor and vulnerable households facing economic hardship.
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How to Accept the FG ₦50,000 NERSI Relief Payment Through Wema Bank
If you receive a selection SMS from ALAT by Wema Bank, follow these steps:
Step 1: Check your SMS messages for an official NERSI selection notification from ALAT by Wema Bank.
Step 2: Confirm that the message informs you of your selection for the ₦50,000 Federal Government relief payment.
Step 3: Dial 94523# using the phone number linked to your selection.
Step 4: Follow the instructions displayed on your phone to confirm your participation and give your consent.
Step 5: Once your acceptance is confirmed, your mobile wallet will be activated and linked to your phone number and National Identification Number (NIN).
Step 6: After successful processing, the ₦50,000 will be credited to your wallet, and you will receive an SMS confirmation.
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Important Information for Beneficiaries
- The NERSI programme is free. You do not need to pay anyone to receive the relief payment.
- Beneficiaries are selected using verified identity records and the National Social Register.
- There is no public application or registration form.
- Payments are being released in phases, so not everyone will receive an SMS at once.
- Never disclose your PIN, OTP or BVN to anyone claiming to help you access the payment.
- If you receive a suspicious message or need assistance, contact the official NERSI helpline on 0700-022-2222.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How much is the FG NERSI relief payment?
Selected beneficiaries receive ₦50,000 as financial support from the Federal Government.
2. What is the Wema Bank USSD code for accepting the NERSI payment?
The official ALAT by Wema Bank USSD code is 94523#.
3. Can everyone apply for the ₦50,000 NERSI relief?
No. Beneficiaries are selected from verified national identity records and the National Social Register. There is no public application process.
4. What if I have not received an SMS?
Payments are being made in phases. Not receiving an SMS immediately does not necessarily mean you have been permanently excluded.
5. Is the NERSI ₦50,000 payment free?
Yes. The programme is free, and nobody is authorised to collect money from beneficiaries for registration or payment processing.
Our Take
The commencement of NERSI selection notifications through Wema Bank is an important development for Nigerians who qualify for the Federal Government’s relief intervention.
However, receiving the payment depends on beneficiary selection and acceptance. Nigerians are advised to rely on official notifications and government information channels rather than messages from unverified sources.
Conclusion
The Federal Government has commenced notifying selected beneficiaries of its ₦50,000 NERSI relief intervention through approved payment providers, including ALAT by Wema Bank.
Selected Wema Bank customers should follow the instructions in their official SMS notifications and use the designated USSD code to accept the support.