Npower News 12th May 2024 National Association of Npower Beneficiaries Writes An Open Letter Of Appeal To The Presidency Concerning Npower Payment

According to Npower News 12th May 2024, the National Association of Npower beneficiaries have written to the Presidency on the issues of Npower payment, the open letter reads thus:

"URGENT APPEAL FOR THE ISSUE OF UNPAID NPOWER BENEFICIARIES' OUTSTANDING STIPENDS

The National Association of Npower Beneficiaries stands at a critical juncture, compelled to issue an urgent appeal to the Federal Government regarding the protracted issue of unpaid stipends owed to the beneficiaries of the Npower program. This appeal resonates with the voices of over 1 million university graduates who have diligently contributed to the socio-economic fabric of our nation, only to find themselves ensnared in a web of unmet promises and financial insecurity.

Since the Presidential directive in December 2023, which ostensibly approved the payment of 9 months' outstanding stipends, beneficiaries have been eagerly anticipating the disbursement of their dues. However, despite the passage of time, these payments remain elusive, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the lives of countless individuals who depend on them for sustenance.

In the face of this dire situation, the National Association of Npower Beneficiaries has tirelessly pursued avenues for recourse, exhaustively engaging in social media campaigns, staging protests in the heart of the nation's capital, and striving to initiate dialogue with pertinent stakeholders. Regrettably, these endeavors have yielded little tangible progress, leaving beneficiaries disillusioned and disheartened.

The suspension of the National Social Investment Program, ostensibly intended to streamline operations and address administrative shortcomings, has only served to compound the woes of Npower beneficiaries. Stripped of a vital lifeline, individuals find themselves grappling with financial instability and uncertainty about their future prospects.

Thus, we implore the Federal Government to heed our impassioned plea and take decisive action to address this pressing issue. Specifically, we call upon the authorities to:

Expedite the Payment of Outstanding Stipends: Beneficiaries are owed stipends spanning a period of 9-12 months."

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