Are you wondering whether your name has been selected for the Federal Government’s NERSI ₦50,000 monthly cash support? Nigerians can now check their eligibility through the official USSD channels and mobile applications of the financial service providers participating in the programme.
The National Emergency Relief and Stabilization Intervention (NERSI) is a Federal Government initiative designed to provide financial assistance to poor and vulnerable households. Under the programme, selected beneficiaries receive ₦50,000 directly into a mobile wallet.
Unlike conventional government empowerment programmes, NERSI does not require Nigerians to complete a fresh online registration form. Beneficiaries are selected using verified national identity records and the National Social Register.
If you have been selected, you will receive an SMS from one of the approved payment providers informing you about the support and explaining how to accept it.
In this guide, we explain how to check NERSI eligibility using ALAT, MoMo PSB, NairaGram, OPay and Moniepoint, the USSD codes to dial, how to confirm your selection and what to do if you are not yet on the beneficiary list.
How to Check NERSI ₦50,000 Grant Eligibility
The Federal Government has approved five financial service providers to facilitate the NERSI cash support payments.
These providers are:
- ALAT by Wema Bank.
- MoMo PSB.
- NairaGram.
- OPay.
- Moniepoint.
You can check your eligibility by dialling the relevant USSD code on your mobile phone and following the instructions displayed.
The official NERSI portal also explains that beneficiaries can select the Check Eligibility option through their provider’s USSD service.
Here is how to check through each platform.
1. How to Check NERSI Eligibility on ALAT by Wema Bank
ALAT by Wema Bank is one of the approved financial service providers for the NERSI intervention.
To check your eligibility through ALAT:
- Use the phone number associated with your beneficiary records.
- Open your phone’s dialler.
- Dial 94523#.
- Follow the instructions displayed.
- Select the Check Eligibility option where available.
- Wait for the response confirming your eligibility status.
If you have been selected, follow the instructions provided to accept the ₦50,000 support.
You can also use the official ALAT banking platform to access available services.
2. How to Check NERSI Eligibility on MoMo PSB
MoMo PSB is another approved payment provider participating in the Federal Government’s cash assistance programme.
To check your NERSI eligibility through MoMo PSB:
- Use your registered mobile phone number.
- Dial 6710#.
- Follow the USSD instructions.
- Select the Check Eligibility option where available.
- Follow the instructions to confirm your selection status.
If the system confirms that you have been selected, follow the instructions provided by MoMo PSB to accept the payment.
3. How to Check NERSI Eligibility on NairaGram
NairaGram is one of the five approved providers responsible for facilitating NERSI payments.
To check your eligibility:
- Open the dialler on your mobile phone.
- Dial 72600#.
- Follow the instructions displayed.
- Select Check Eligibility where available.
- Follow the instructions to view your selection status.
If you have been selected, you will receive further instructions on how to accept the support and access your mobile wallet.
4. How to Check NERSI Eligibility on OPay
OPay is among the approved mobile money operators participating in the NERSI programme.
OPay customers can check for NERSI eligibility through the official OPay application or USSD channel.
Using the OPay USSD Code
Follow these steps:
- Use the phone number associated with your OPay account and beneficiary records.
- Dial 95520#.
- Follow the instructions displayed.
- Select the available NERSI eligibility option.
- Check the response to confirm whether you have been selected.
Using the OPay Application
You can also check through the official OPay application:
- Open your OPay application.
- Log in to your account.
- Look for the NERSI feature or notification if available.
- Follow the instructions provided to check your eligibility.
- If you have been selected, follow the official acceptance instructions.
OPay has clarified that it does not determine who qualifies for the government intervention. If the NERSI feature is unavailable in your application, contact the programme helpline for clarification rather than paying anyone to activate it.
5. How to Check NERSI Eligibility on Moniepoint
Moniepoint is the fifth approved payment provider for the NERSI cash assistance programme.
To check your eligibility through Moniepoint:
- Open your mobile phone’s dialler.
- Dial 557327#.
- Follow the instructions displayed.
- Select Check Eligibility where available.
- Follow the instructions to confirm your status.
You can also check through the official Moniepoint application if the NERSI service is available.
If you have been selected, follow the instructions provided by Moniepoint to accept the support.
List of NERSI Eligibility Check USSD Codes for All Five Providers
For easy reference, here are the five approved payment providers and their official NERSI USSD channels.
| Payment provider | Eligibility USSD code |
|---|---|
| ALAT by Wema Bank | 94523# |
| MoMo PSB | 6710# |
| NairaGram | 72600# |
| OPay | 95520# |
| Moniepoint | 557327# |
These codes are published on the official NERSI portal. You can also use the code provided in your official selection SMS.
Note: The USSD menu may change. Follow the instructions displayed on your phone and do not share your PIN or OTP with anyone.
How Will I Know If I Have Been Selected for NERSI?
The Federal Government has explained that selected beneficiaries will receive an SMS from their designated payment provider.
The message will inform you that you have been selected to receive the ₦50,000 cash support and provide instructions on how to accept it.
For example, an official selection message may contain information similar to:
“FGN has selected you to receive ₦50,000 under NERSI to help with living costs.”
The message will also provide the relevant acceptance instructions.
Before responding, confirm that the notification comes from one of the five approved providers:
- ALAT by Wema Bank.
- MoMo PSB.
- NairaGram.
- OPay.
- Moniepoint.
If you are unsure whether a message is genuine, call the NERSI helpline on 0700-022-2222 before taking any action.
What Does It Mean If NERSI Says You Are Not Currently Selected?
If you check your eligibility and receive a response stating that you are currently not selected to receive the relief support, it means your details are not included in the current beneficiary selection.
It does not necessarily mean you have been permanently excluded from every future phase.
The Federal Government has explained that payments are distributed in phases and that not all beneficiaries are contacted at the same time.
However, you should understand that NERSI is not an open application programme. There is no guarantee that everyone who checks again will eventually be selected.
Do not pay anyone who promises to change your eligibility status or add your name to the beneficiary list.
Can I Check NERSI Eligibility Without a Smartphone?
Yes. You do not need an Android phone, iPhone or internet connection to check your eligibility through the USSD channels.
The approved providers offer USSD services that can be accessed using a basic mobile phone.
All you need is a working mobile phone and the relevant USSD code.
You can dial the code and follow the instructions displayed on your screen.
Do I Need My NIN or BVN to Check NERSI Eligibility?
The Federal Government uses verified national identity records and the National Social Register to identify beneficiaries.
However, you do not need to send your NIN or BVN to an agent or an individual claiming to help you check your eligibility.
Your designated payment provider will provide the official instructions for checking and accepting the support.
Never disclose your ATM PIN, OTP, mobile banking password or other security credentials to anyone.
What Should I Do If the NERSI USSD Code Is Not Working?
If you dial one of the approved codes and it does not work, try the following:
- Check that you have entered the correct USSD code.
- Confirm that your mobile network has sufficient signal.
- Restart your phone and try again.
- Try again later if the service is temporarily unavailable.
- Use the official mobile application of your payment provider where available.
- Contact the NERSI helpline if you continue experiencing difficulties.
Do not download applications from unknown websites or follow links sent by strangers claiming to provide NERSI eligibility checks.
NERSI Official Website and Helpline
For reliable information about the programme, use the official NERSI website managed by the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction.
Official NERSI website: https://fmhapr.gov.ng/nersi/
NERSI helpline: 0700-022-2222
The official website provides information about beneficiary selection, payment procedures, approved providers and how to identify genuine programme notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions About NERSI Eligibility
1. How do I check if my name is on the NERSI beneficiary list?
Dial the USSD code of an approved payment provider and select the Check Eligibility option where available. You can also receive an official SMS if you have been selected.
2. What is the NERSI eligibility check code?
There is no single code for all providers. ALAT uses 94523#, MoMo PSB uses 6710#, NairaGram uses 72600#, OPay uses 95520# and Moniepoint uses 557327#.
3. Can I check NERSI eligibility with another person’s phone?
You should use the phone number associated with your beneficiary records and follow your designated provider’s instructions. Do not share your security credentials with another person.
4. Does having an OPay account qualify me for NERSI?
No. Having an OPay account does not automatically qualify you. Beneficiaries are selected through verified national identity records and the National Social Register.
5. Can I register for NERSI if I am not selected?
There is currently no public registration form or application portal. Beneficiaries are selected through existing government records.
6. What happens if I am selected but do not accept the payment?
The programme requires beneficiaries to give consent before payment is made. Follow the acceptance instructions in your official notification. If you mistakenly decline, the official portal advises you to dial your provider’s code again and choose Yes where the option is available.
7. Is NERSI eligibility checking free?
Yes. Checking your eligibility and accepting the support are free. Do not pay any individual or agent to check your name or secure a place on the list.
8. What is the NERSI contact number?
The programme helpline is 0700-022-2222.
