SERAP demands details of FG’s N50,000 relief payments

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has requested that the Federal Government disclose information regarding the funding, implementation, and administration of its N50,000 National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI). According to Punch, the organization submitted a Freedom of Information request on November 7, 2026, addressed to the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro.

The request follows an October 30 announcement by the ministry regarding the NERSI programme, which aims to provide N50,000 in financial assistance to vulnerable Nigerians. SERAP is seeking clarification on whether the assistance is a one-off payment or a monthly intervention.

Punch reports that the organization is asking for details on total funding, budgetary allocations, and funds released or expended. Additionally, SERAP has requested information on beneficiary selection methodologies using the National Social Register and verified national identity records, as well as details on geographical coverage, eligibility criteria, and contracts with digital financial service providers. The group also requested information regarding safeguards against political interference.

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