NOA debunks Fake viral messages on Social media about RH_CCT, says no online application
_20th June, 2025_
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has debunked a viral message on social media regarding the Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer (RH_CCT) scheme, clarifying that there is no online application process for the program. This development comes amidst rising concerns over fake Sites and misinformation on social media platforms urging intending Beneficiaries to apply online.
The Ondo State Director of National Orientation Agency NOA, Mr James Adekunle made this disclosure at close of work on Friday when a misleading message began circulating, claiming that individuals could become beneficiaries by clicking a shared link. The message falsely quoted the governor and misrepresented the registration process for the programme.
Mr Adekunle explained that the Single Register (SR) Used to captured Beneficiaries in the 2nd phase of the Disbursement of Debit Cards to Beneficiaries is a Product of rigorous Community-Based Targeting (CBT) process, guided by National laid down policies and principles conducted at the community level across all 18 local government areas by trained desk officers and enumerators which was uploaded using GPRS compliance gadgets.
The NOA boss assured members of Public that the Ondo State Operations Coordinating Unit (SOCU) will soon commence a new round of data collection through the accredited Community-Based Targeting (CBT) process, during which eligible individuals will have the opportunity to be included in the register in the cause of expansion of the Single Register (SR).
He , however declared that the Application Process will be made known and Official Communication will be made urging the people to look out for official statements from government agencies like NOA, Public and Intergovernmental Relations office of Ondo State, FG Press Releases regarding the program.
The RH_CCT scheme, aimed at providing financial assistance to vulnerable citizens, has specific guidelines and application processes that Beneficiaries must follow.
Ralph Oguntibeju
Head, M&C Dept
Ondo NOA,
Akure