Npower Update: Thursday, October 3, 2024

In today’s Npower update, attention is drawn to a false message circulating online, supposedly from an organization called Amity and Social Wellbeing Center (ASWEC). The message, originating from the phone number +2348143369198, instructs Npower Batch C beneficiaries to visit their banks to get account statements covering February to December of the previous year. It further asks them to provide personal information such as phone numbers, account numbers, bank names, Npower ID, and program category (N-Health, N-Teach, or N-Build) at the top of the statement, and mark the dates when they received stipend payments.

The National Association of Npower Beneficiaries, through its Publicity Secretary, Adeshina A. Adex, has denied any connection to this message, emphasizing that the information is false, unfounded, and misleading. The association advises all beneficiaries to completely disregard this message.

The association has also urged beneficiaries to be vigilant, warning against such deceptive information spread by individuals or groups aiming to scam unsuspecting members of the public. Scammers often exploit the vulnerabilities of those seeking stipend updates, so it is crucial for beneficiaries to stay alert and avoid falling for such schemes.

Beneficiaries are encouraged to rely solely on information from official Npower channels or recognized representatives. Following unverified information can lead to financial loss and other complications.

Additionally, the National Association of Npower Beneficiaries has announced that efforts are being made to address ongoing concerns regarding stipend payments. They have a meeting scheduled with Dr. Badamasi Lawal, the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA), next Monday. The meeting aims to address issues related to pending Npower payments and provide clarity for beneficiaries.

Npower beneficiaries are advised to remain patient as the association collaborates with relevant authorities to resolve these pressing matters. The association is hopeful that the discussions with NSIPA will yield positive outcomes that will ensure timely payment of stipends and address other concerns affecting beneficiaries.

To avoid confusion or exploitation, beneficiaries should stay informed through official Npower channels and ignore any unverified instructions. Providing personal or bank details to unauthorized parties could expose beneficiaries to risks such as identity theft or unauthorized access to their financial information.

The association remains committed to protecting the interests of Npower beneficiaries and ensuring that their concerns are addressed in a transparent manner. They reassure all beneficiaries that they will continue to provide timely updates on their engagement with NSIPA and other relevant stakeholders.