An MTN subscriber can check her eligibility for the Federal Government’s ₦50,000 monthly relief payment under the National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI) by dialling a USSD code on her mobile phone.
A Nigerian woman has shared a method she described as a “hack” for MTN subscribers hoping to receive the Federal Government’s monthly financial support.
In a video shared on social media, the woman encouraged MTN users to dial *671*0# to access the MoMo Payment Service Bank (PSB) platform, which handles NERSI payments for its subscribers.
After dialling the code, subscribers can follow the instructions displayed on their phones and select the option to check their eligibility for the ₦50,000 support.
Those who have already received an official notification confirming their selection can also use the service to follow the instructions and accept the payment.
The woman claimed that some people who initially received negative eligibility responses later got positive results after checking repeatedly. She encouraged other subscribers to try the code again.
However, she disclosed that despite making several attempts, she had yet to qualify for the intervention.
Repeatedly dialling the USSD code does not guarantee selection or payment. The Federal Government has not announced repeated checking as a method of securing eligibility.
According to the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, beneficiaries are selected from the National Social Register and verified national identity records based on poverty and vulnerability criteria.
The government also explained that payments are being made in phases, meaning not all eligible households will receive notifications at the same time.
How MTN Subscribers Can Check for FG’s ₦50,000 Relief Payment
MTN subscribers can use the MoMo PSB USSD service to check their eligibility for the Federal Government’s NERSI intervention.
The steps are:
- Open the dialler on your MTN mobile phone.
- Dial *671*0#.
- Follow the instructions displayed on your screen.
- Select the option to check your eligibility.
- If selected, follow the official instructions to accept the ₦50,000 support.
The USSD service is free, and subscribers do not need an internet connection or smartphone to check their status.
Beneficiaries who receive an official selection notification must give their consent before the money is credited to their mobile wallets.
Is the FG’s ₦50,000 Monthly Relief Payment a Loan?
No. The ₦50,000 NERSI support is a Federal Government grant, not a loan. Beneficiaries are not required to repay the money.
The intervention is designed to provide financial assistance to poor and vulnerable Nigerian households facing rising living costs.
The government has also clarified that there is no public application or registration process for the intervention. Beneficiaries are identified through verified national records, and nobody can pay to secure a place on the list or influence the selection process.
Important Warning for MTN Subscribers
MTN subscribers checking their eligibility should be careful of individuals claiming they can help them secure the Federal Government’s ₦50,000 payment.
The government has warned Nigerians not to disclose their Personal Identification Number (PIN), One-Time Password (OTP) or Bank Verification Number (BVN) to anyone.
Beneficiaries should also avoid paying registration, activation or processing fees to receive the grant.
For enquiries, complaints or confirmation of suspicious messages, Nigerians can contact the official NERSI helpline on 0700-022-2222.
Official reminder: Being able to access the USSD menu does not mean you have been selected. Only an official eligibility confirmation and the required consent process can establish your status as a beneficiary.