APC-Led Government Giving N250,000 Grant to All Nigerians? Fact Check Reveals the Truth.
Recently, claims have surfaced online suggesting that the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led government is providing N250,000 empowerment grants to all Nigerians. These claims have circulated widely on social media, often linked to an image of Zainab Ahmed, the former Minister of Finance, Budget, and National Planning. A thorough fact-checking investigation has been conducted to verify the authenticity of these claims.
The Viral Claim on N250,000 Grant to All Nigerians.
On May 5, 2024, a Facebook page named “Jobs and Travels” posted a link asserting that the APC government was offering N250,000 empowerment grants to all Nigerians. This post quickly gained traction, garnering over 8,700 reactions, 2,000 comments, and more than 100 shares by May 30, 2024.
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Fact-Checking Investigation
The fact-checking platform Ejes Gist Media Team investigated the legitimacy of this claim. Their key findings include:
Examination of the Link: Dubawa’s team found no evidence supporting the existence of a registration process or eligibility criteria for such a grant. Instead, the link redirected to a website called TGuideWeb, which provided information on obtaining visa sponsorship opportunities in the United States.
Misleading Content: The website did not depict any state-sponsored initiative. The investigation revealed that spammers and scammers often use such misleading information for fraudulent activities. Dubawa warned users to be wary of hoax websites.
Absence of Official Announcement: There has been no official announcement from President Bola Tinubu’s administration or any APC-led government regarding a N250,000 empowerment grant for all Nigerians.
Context of the Claim
The claim’s association with Zainab Ahmed, a prominent figure in the APC administration, may have lent it credibility. However, the fact-checking process underscores the importance of verifying information from reliable sources before accepting or sharing such claims.
Legitimate Government Initiatives
In contrast to the false claim, there are legitimate government initiatives aimed at empowering Nigerian businesses. For instance, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) recently announced a conditional grant scheme designed to empower small businesses, requiring grant recipients to employ at least one additional person.
The claim that the APC-led government is giving N250,000 grants to all Nigerians is unfounded. Ejes Gist Media Team investigation exposes the claim as a hoax, with the linked website redirecting users to unrelated content about visa sponsorships. This case highlights the critical need for vigilant fact-checking and skepticism towards unverified online claims, especially those promising financial benefits.
Nigerians are encouraged to rely on credible news sources and official government communications to stay informed about genuine empowerment programs and opportunities.
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