How OPay is helping Nigerians access FG’s ₦50,000 monthly relief fund

OPay has been confirmed by PM News as one of the platforms helping eligible Nigerians access the Federal Government’s ₦50,000 monthly relief fund by providing a secure digital platform through which beneficiaries can check their eligibility and receive payments under the National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI).

The initiative is designed to provide financial assistance to vulnerable Nigerians facing economic hardship, with selected beneficiaries expected to receive ₦50,000 monthly.

As one of the Federal Government’s approved payment partners, OPay is providing its mobile application and USSD service to make it easier for qualified Nigerians to check their status and access the support.

Customers can check their eligibility through the OPay app or by dialling *955*20# on the phone number linked to their OPay account.

The partnership highlights the growing role of digital financial service providers in helping the government deliver financial assistance to citizens through accessible payment channels.

How OPay customers can check their eligibility

OPay customers who want to know if they have been selected for the NERSI relief fund can use either of the following methods.

1. Through the OPay mobile app

• Open the OPay app on your phone.
• Check the homepage for the NERSI ₦50,000 relief fund notification.
• If you have been selected, a notification will appear.
• Click on the notification and follow the instructions provided.

2. Through the OPay USSD code

• Dial *955*20# using the phone number linked to your OPay account.
• Follow the instructions displayed to check your status.
• If selected, proceed as directed.

OPay has clarified that having an account with the platform does not automatically qualify anyone for the relief fund. The Federal Government is responsible for selecting beneficiaries and determining eligibility, while OPay provides the secure payment channel.

For further enquiries, customers can contact the NERSI support line on 0700-022-2222.

Who qualifies for the ₦50,000 NERSI relief fund?

The Federal Government’s NERSI programme is targeted at vulnerable Nigerians who meet the eligibility requirements set by the government.

Although the intervention is expected to provide ₦50,000 monthly to selected beneficiaries, owning an OPay account does not guarantee access to the fund.

Beneficiaries must first be identified and approved under the government’s selection process before they can receive payments.

How will beneficiaries receive the money?

According to the programme’s guidelines, selected beneficiaries will receive an SMS requesting their consent before payment is processed.

Qualified OPay customers can receive the funds directly into their OPay accounts, subject to the programme’s payment procedures.

OPay’s involvement is to facilitate the secure transfer of funds to approved beneficiaries. It does not determine who receives the money.

How to avoid scams when applying for the relief fund

With many Nigerians seeking information about the ₦50,000 intervention, customers are advised to be careful of individuals and websites claiming to offer guaranteed access to the money.

OPay has urged customers to observe the following safety precautions:

• Never share your PIN or OTP: OPay will never request these confidential details to process a relief payment.
• Do not pay registration fees: Access to the government intervention is free. Nobody should demand money to secure a place on the beneficiary list.
• Avoid suspicious links: Do not click on unverified links promising automatic approval or access to the fund.
• Use official channels: Check your eligibility through the OPay app or the official USSD code.
• Report suspicious activities: Contact the NERSI support line on 0700-022-2222 for clarification.

OPay’s role in expanding access to financial services

OPay’s participation in the NERSI initiative reflects the role digital financial service providers can play in making government interventions more accessible to Nigerians.

Through its secure digital payment infrastructure, the company provides a platform for eligible beneficiaries to receive financial support.

Beyond the government initiative, OPay offers services such as money transfers, bill payments, savings and business payment solutions.

OPay customers are encouraged to check their app homepage for the NERSI ₦50,000 relief notification or dial *955*20# to check their status.

However, customers should remember that the Federal Government determines eligibility, and no payment or registration fee is required to access the relief fund.