The federal government has approved the increase of the
monthly allowance for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members from N33,000
to N77,000.
The upward review will take effect from July 2024.
In a statement on Wednesday, Caroline Embu, the acting
spokesperson of the NYSC, said the development is in line with the enactment of
the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024.
“This was contained in a letter from the National Salaries,
Incomes and Wages Commission, dated 25th September 2024 and signed by the
Chairman, Mr. Ekpo Nta,” the statement reads.
“Prior to this, the
Director General, NYSC Brigadier General YD Ahmed, had paid an advocacy visit
to the Chairman in which he solicited for a robust welfare package for Corps
Members.
“The NYSC Boss is thankful to the Federal Government for the
timely gesture and is optimistic that it will not only bring much needed
succour to the Corps Members, but also boost their morale and motivate them to
do even more, in their service to the nation.”
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