FG's ₦50,000 Monthly Relief Fund: How to Check Eligibility Through OPay

The Federal Government's ₦50,000 monthly relief fund is providing financial assistance to vulnerable Nigerians under the National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI). The fund aims to help households cope with the rising cost of living. OPay is one of the approved payment partners facilitating the payments.

What is NERSI?

NERSI is a Federal Government initiative designed to provide financial support to Nigerians facing economic hardship. Selected beneficiaries are expected to receive ₦50,000 every month to ease financial pressure on vulnerable households. The government is working with approved digital financial service providers, including OPay, to make payments accessible. OPay's role is to provide a secure channel for eligible beneficiaries to check their status and receive funds. The fintech does not select recipients; the government determines who qualifies.

How to check eligibility via OPay

Having an OPay account does not automatically qualify anyone for the relief fund. Customers must check their eligibility through approved channels. There are two ways to check:

1. Through the OPay mobile app: Open the official OPay app. Check the homepage for a notification about the NERSI ₦50,000 relief fund. If selected, a notification will appear. Click on it and follow the instructions.

2. Through OPay USSD code: Dial the USSD code using the phone number linked to your OPay account. Follow the instructions displayed. If you have been selected, proceed as directed to accept the support.

For further clarification, Nigerians can contact the official NERSI support line on 0700-022-2222.

How selected beneficiaries receive their ₦50,000

Selected beneficiaries will receive an SMS requesting their consent before payment is processed. Those who qualify and choose OPay as their payment channel can receive the funds directly through their OPay accounts, subject to the programme's requirements. Beneficiaries should follow instructions from official channels and avoid responding to unsolicited messages claiming to offer faster access.

Scam warnings and precautions

Government relief programmes often attract fraudsters. OPay will never ask customers to share their PIN or OTP. The NERSI relief programme is free. Anyone asking you to pay a registration or processing fee should be treated with suspicion. Avoid unverified links shared through WhatsApp, text messages, and social media promising instant access to the ₦50,000 fund. Use only official channels to check your status. Report suspicious activities to the authorities.

The NERSI fund could provide relief to vulnerable Nigerians and boost digital payment adoption. However, beneficiaries must stay alert to scams and rely only on official information.