The Federal Government has intensified efforts to cushion the economic impact of fuel subsidy removal with the rollout of the Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) programme, a nationwide initiative targeting 15 million vulnerable households. Under the scheme, each eligible household is set to receive a total of ₦75,000, disbursed in three tranches of ₦25,000….
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has noted misinformation circulating regarding the monthly upkeep allowance for student beneficiaries. For clarity, the approved upkeep allowance remains 20,000 (Twenty Thousand Naira) monthly, and not 825,000 (Twenty Five Thousand Naira) as being reported. Students are advised to disregard any contrary information and rely only on official NELFUND communication…
The Federal Government has officially launched the OHOPRS initiative, a bold and transformative intervention aimed at lifting millions of Nigerians out of poverty through targeted support, economic inclusion, and sustainable livelihood opportunities. This landmark initiative reflects a renewed national commitment to empowering vulnerable households, strengthening social protection systems, and creating pathways for self-reliance, dignity, and…
The Federal Government has continued efforts to address the issue of outstanding N-Power stipend payments, bringing relief to many beneficiaries who have been awaiting their unpaid allowances. If you were previously enrolled in the N-Power Programme and have not received some of your stipends, you may be among those eligible for the 2026 outstanding payment…
The National Empowerment Fund, is a South African developmental finance institution and an agency of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) mandated to promote and facilitate black economic participation through the provision of financial and non-financial support to black-owned and managed businesses, invites applications from black-owned and managed small and medium enterprises(SMEs)…
No fewer than 9.2 million Nigerians have benefited from the Federal Government’s Household Prosperity and Empowerment Cash Transfer Programme, with approximately N688bn disbursed within two years. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro, disclosed this on Monday at the HOPE-CT implementation update and press conference in Abuja. The cash transfer scheme,…
Applications are now open for the Flourish Africa Business and Life Skills Programme 2026 (Cohort 5) a transformative initiative designed to empower female entrepreneurs with the skills, funding, and support needed to build and scale sustainable businesses. With over ₦1.3 billion in grants and training support, this programme is committed to helping women-led businesses thrive,…
Milad DigiVille Digital Solutions has officially opened applications for the 2026 DigitalforHer Impact Award, offering ₦2 million worth of digital support to women- and girls-focused initiatives ready to scale their impact. About the Award Across many communities, women-led organisations are doing incredible work — feeding families, supporting survivors, educating young girls, and advocating for vulnerable…
The Royal Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Abuja has announced the call for nominations for the 2026 Salman International Prize for Disability Research, urging qualified Nigerians to apply before the deadline. In a notice to the public, the embassy disclosed that the award seeks to recognise institutions and researchers whose work has…
The Federal Government has disbursed the N25,000 payment for the Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) programme to beneficiaries for March 2026. Eligible households are now receiving credit alerts of N25,000. Vulnerable households have confirmed receipt of the payment, with social media, especially Facebook, flooded with posts such as, “Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT)…