N-Power: FG Hints On Those To Be Enrolled For Batch C

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar Farouq, on Friday disclosed an update on the N-Power programme as Batch C will commence soon.

The Minister stated this at an event in commemoration of the ministry’s first year anniversary in Abuja.

Farouq added that as at the last count, 109, 823 beneficiaries from Batch A and B have set up businesses in their communities.

“We have successfully exited the 500,000 Batch A and B beneficiaries and closed registration for Batch C with a total of 5,042,001 registrations received.”

She noted that the applicants to be selected would be just the qualified ones.

“As we move to the selection stage, the Ministry will ensure due diligence will be applied to ensure that only duly qualified applicants are enrolled,” Farouq said.

The Minister further stated that work is ongoing to ensure the establishment of National Disability Commission and the take-off of the National Senior Citizens Centre.