The Federal Government's ₦50,000 National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI) has recorded another payment development, with selected Moniepoint users reportedly beginning to receive payment notifications and cash credits.
The latest development is encouraging news for Nigerians waiting to receive financial assistance under the Federal Government's NERSI cash transfer programme.
According to a report published on 4 November 2026, a selected Moniepoint customer received a ₦50,000 payment from the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction. The report also presented evidence of a successful transaction credited to a Moniepoint account.
This development suggests that Moniepoint is now participating in the ongoing distribution of the NERSI ₦50,000 relief payment, alongside other approved digital financial service providers.
However, having a Moniepoint account does not automatically make someone eligible for the payment. Beneficiaries are selected through the government's verification process, and payments are being distributed in phases.
If you are expecting the Federal Government's ₦50,000 NERSI support, this article explains how the Moniepoint payment notification works, how to check your eligibility, how to accept the offer and what to do if you have not received an SMS.
The National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI) is a Federal Government financial assistance programme designed to support poor and vulnerable Nigerian households.
The initiative is implemented by the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction to provide financial relief to eligible households experiencing economic difficulties.
Under the programme, selected beneficiaries receive ₦50,000 directly into a mobile wallet through an approved digital financial service provider.
The key features of the programme include:
Financial support: Eligible beneficiaries receive ₦50,000.
No repayment: The support is a grant, not a loan.
Direct payment: Funds are sent to beneficiaries through approved payment providers.
Free participation: There is no registration or processing fee.
Phased distribution: Beneficiaries are contacted at different times.
The government has also made it clear that nobody can pay to secure a place on the beneficiary list.
One of the latest developments in the NERSI payment exercise is the reported commencement of payments through Moniepoint.
According to recent News, selected Moniepoint customers began receiving notifications relating to the Federal Government's ₦50,000 relief support on 4 November 2026.
The report featured a transaction receipt showing a ₦50,000 credit from FMHAPR into a Moniepoint account.
This indicates that the payment process is extending to Moniepoint users, giving another group of selected beneficiaries access to the government relief funds.
It is important to understand that the payment notification is not being sent to every Moniepoint customer. Only individuals selected under the government's beneficiary verification process are eligible.
Therefore, if you use Moniepoint and have not received any notification, it does not necessarily mean that the entire payment exercise has ended.
The Federal Government is distributing the funds in phases, and different beneficiaries may receive their notifications at different times.
If you have a Moniepoint account, you can use the designated USSD service to check your NERSI eligibility.
Follow these steps:
Use the mobile phone number linked to your Moniepoint account.
Open your phone dialler.
Dial *5573*27#.
Follow the instructions displayed on your screen.
Select the eligibility-checking option where available.
If you have been selected, follow the instructions to accept the ₦50,000 support.
You can also use the official Moniepoint mobile application to access your account and check for payment notifications.
Important: Use the official USSD code and instructions provided by Moniepoint or the NERSI programme. Do not share your PIN, password or One-Time Password (OTP) with anyone.
Receiving a selection notification does not necessarily mean that the money has already been credited to your account.
According to the official NERSI programme information, beneficiaries must give their consent before the payment can be processed.
If you receive an SMS informing you that you have been selected, follow the instructions in the message.
The process generally involves:
Receiving an official selection SMS.
Giving consent by replying YES or following the instructions provided.
Accessing the designated mobile wallet linked to your phone number and NIN.
Receiving the ₦50,000 payment.
Receiving a confirmation notification once the funds have been credited.
For Moniepoint beneficiaries, the designated USSD code is *5573*27#.
If you have received a selection message but have not received the money, follow the instructions provided and contact Moniepoint customer support if you experience difficulties.
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Moniepoint is not the only payment provider involved in the NERSI disbursement.
The official NERSI portal identifies the following five payment providers through which selected beneficiaries can receive their financial assistance:
| Payment provider | USSD code |
|---|---|
| ALAT by Wema Bank | *945*23# |
| MoMo Payment Service Bank | *671*0# |
| NairaGram | *726*00# |
| OPay | *955*20# |
| Moniepoint | *5573*27# |
These providers facilitate the delivery of the ₦50,000 support to selected beneficiaries.
You do not need to open accounts with all five providers to qualify. Your payment notification will identify the provider through which your support is being processed.
The government determines beneficiary selection, while the approved providers handle payment delivery.
Many Nigerians are still waiting for their NERSI payment notifications, particularly those who have heard reports of successful payments through different financial service providers.
If you have not received an SMS, there are a few important things to understand.
1. Payments are being made in phases
The Federal Government is not necessarily contacting all beneficiaries at the same time. Payment notifications may be distributed in different batches.
2. Having a Moniepoint account does not guarantee selection
The programme is designed to support selected poor and vulnerable households. Simply having an account with Moniepoint, OPay, MoMo or another approved provider does not automatically qualify you.
3. Check your registered phone number
Make sure you are checking the phone number associated with your verified records and payment arrangements.
4. Use the official checking channels
You can follow your payment provider's official instructions to check your eligibility. For Moniepoint, use 557327#.
5. Avoid paying anyone
No individual, agent or organisation can guarantee your selection or speed up your payment in exchange for money.
If you are not selected at the moment, continue to follow official programme updates rather than relying on unverified messages circulating on social media.
This is an important question for Nigerians who want to benefit from the Federal Government's financial assistance.
According to the official NERSI programme portal, there is no public application form or registration portal through which individuals can apply for the ₦50,000 support.
Beneficiaries are selected using verified national identity records and the National Social Register, with the aim of reaching poor and vulnerable households.
This means:
You do not need to complete a new online application.
You do not need to pay an application or registration fee.
You cannot pay an agent to add your name to the beneficiary list.
Having an account with an approved payment provider does not guarantee selection.
Only selected beneficiaries receive official payment notifications.
Official NERSI Programme Website: https://www.fmhapr.gov.ng/nersi/
You can visit the website to read the government's guidance on eligibility, payment notifications, approved providers and how to receive your money.
There is currently no publicly announced application opening or closing date because the programme does not operate through a general public application process.
Beneficiaries are selected through government records and notified directly.
As the ₦50,000 payment exercise continues, Nigerians should be careful about fraudulent messages and individuals claiming to facilitate the payment.
A genuine NERSI notification should come through one of the officially approved payment providers.
Keep the following security precautions in mind:
Do not pay anyone to activate or release your ₦50,000 payment.
Never disclose your ATM PIN, mobile banking password or OTP.
Do not click suspicious links claiming to offer NERSI registration.
Do not share your BVN or other sensitive banking information with strangers.
Use only the official USSD codes and mobile applications of the approved providers.
Contact your payment provider through its official customer service channels if you are unsure about a message.
The NERSI programme is free. Anyone demanding money in exchange for access to the grant should be treated with caution.
Yes. A report published on 4 November 2026 presented evidence of a selected Moniepoint customer receiving a ₦50,000 credit from FMHAPR. However, payments are being made to selected beneficiaries, not every Moniepoint customer.
The official Moniepoint NERSI USSD code is *5573*27#. Dial the code from the phone number associated with your account and follow the instructions.
No. Only beneficiaries selected through the government's verification process are eligible. Having a Moniepoint account does not automatically qualify you.
Yes. Selected beneficiaries can receive the payment through any of the approved providers assigned to them, including OPay and MoMo Payment Service Bank.
No. According to the official programme guidelines, there is no public registration or application portal. Beneficiaries are selected from verified government records.
No. It is a government relief grant. Beneficiaries are not required to repay the money.
Follow the instructions in the official notification and give your consent where required. Your payment will be processed after the necessary steps are completed. If the problem continues, contact your payment provider.
The official website is https://www.fmhapr.gov.ng/nersi/. It contains information about the programme, payment providers, eligibility and security precautions.
The government has not published a fixed payment timetable for every beneficiary batch. Payments are being made in phases, and selected individuals are notified through their assigned providers.
The reported commencement of ₦50,000 NERSI payments through Moniepoint is another important development for Nigerians awaiting the Federal Government's relief support.
With evidence of a successful Moniepoint transaction now reported, selected beneficiaries using the platform should pay attention to official payment notifications and follow the correct instructions to accept their support.
If you have a Moniepoint account, you can dial *5573*27# to follow the available eligibility-checking instructions.
However, remember that the payment is not available to every account holder. Selection is based on the government's verification process, and there is no public application form or fee to secure the support.
For accurate information, always consult the official NERSI website and avoid unverified payment claims.