Latest NPower News Today 12th June 2023

Important Update: Stipend Payment Information for Npower Beneficiaries

1. Stipend Payment for Batch C1 Npower Beneficiaries

We would like to clarify that there will be no December stipend payment for Batch C1 Npower beneficiaries. The Batch C1 Npower Programme has concluded, and beneficiaries have been instructed to stop attending their places of primary assignment.

Currently, the outstanding stipends being paid to Batch C1 Npower beneficiaries are for September, October, and November 2022. It’s important to note that this payment does not indicate an extension of the Batch C1 Programme. The Minister has shown generosity by providing a three-month stipend payment as a goodwill gesture to the Batch C1 Npower beneficiaries.

If you have already received the September, October, and November stipends, please be aware that no further stipend payments will be made to Batch C1 Npower beneficiaries.

If you have not received the September, October, and November stipends but have filled the Npower Validation Form, please remain patient as you will receive your payment soon.

2. Stipend Payments for Npower Batch C2 (January to May)

Many Batch C Stream 2 beneficiaries have been asking about the payment of their January, February, March, April, and May stipends. We would like to inform you that the payment process for the January to May stipends has not begun yet.

The payment of the January to May stipends will commence after the completion of the backlog payments for Batch C2, which include October, November, and December 2022. It is important to clear these backlogs to ensure a fair and uniform payment process for all Batch C Stream 2 beneficiaries.

Please disregard any news claiming that the payment of the January to May stipends has started, as it is false. The payment will be initiated in due course, once the backlog payments are completed.

3. Changes in Payment Status Display on NASIMS Profile

We would like to inform you that the payment status is no longer being updated on your NASIMS profile. This change is due to the shift of Npower beneficiaries’ stipend payments to a new payment platform.

To track your stipend payment, we advise you to regularly check your bank account balance. This will help you determine which backlog payments have been made and which ones are still pending.

4. Ongoing Outstanding Stipend Payments

The process of clearing outstanding stipend payments is currently underway. If you are expecting an outstanding stipend payment, we recommend checking your bank account balance regularly to stay updated on the progress.

Conclusion

The National Social Investment Management System (NASIMS) is actively addressing the issues related to outstanding stipend payments for Npower beneficiaries. While Batch C1 Npower beneficiaries will not receive a December stipend, they have been granted a three-month payment as a gesture of goodwill. Batch C2 beneficiaries can expect the payment of their January to May stipends after the completion of backlog payments. It is crucial to monitor your bank account balance for payment updates, as the payment status display has been shifted to a new platform.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. Will Batch C1 Npower beneficiaries receive a December stipend? No, there will be no December stipend payment for Batch C1 Npower beneficiaries as the program has concluded. However, beneficiaries have received their stipends for September, October, and November.
2. When will Batch C2 beneficiaries receive their January to May stipends? The payment of January to May stipends for Batch C2 beneficiaries will start after the completion of backlog payments for October, November, and December 2022.
3. Why is the payment status no longer displayed on the NASIMS profile? The payment status display has been shifted to a new payment platform. Beneficiaries are advised to regularly check their bank account balances for payment updates.
4. Is the process of clearing outstanding stipend payments still ongoing? Yes, the process of clearing outstanding stipend payments is currently underway. Beneficiaries are encouraged to monitor their bank account balances for payment updates.
5. What should I do if I have not received my stipend payment? If you have not received your stipend payment, ensure you have filled the Npower Validation Form and remain patient as payments are being processed. Regularly check your bank account balance for updates.