W’Bank: FG pays N658.9bn to 10.46m poor households

W’Bank: FG pays N658.9bn to 10.46m poor households

The World Bank says the FG has paid N658.9bn to 10.46m poor households but urges wider coverage, adequate payments and consistent disbursements.

World Bank reacts as FG disburses N658.9bn to 10.46 million Nigerian households

The federal government disbursed N658.9 billion to 10.46 million vulnerable households, while the World Bank urged wider coverage and adequate payments.

World Bank Urges FG to Expand Cash Transfers as ₦658.9bn Reaches 10.46 Million Households — Akelicious

The World Bank has urged the Federal Government to strengthen Nigeria’s cash transfer programme, calling for wider coverage, increased payments and regular disbursements to provide lasting relief to poor and vulnerable households. The recommendation comes after the Federal Government reportedly disbursed ₦658.9bn to 10.46 million households as of September 2026 under its social protection initiative. […]