NYSC Corps Members Celebrate as Federal Government Begins Payment of N77,000 Monthly Allowance. NYSC celebrates this significant milestone with enthusiasm.
Nigerian corps members are in a celebratory mood as the federal government has officially commenced the payment of N77,000 as a monthly allowance to National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members for March. The long-anticipated payment fulfills a promise made months ago and has sparked excitement across social media platforms. Indeed, NYSC celebrates this financial upliftment.
Many corps members have taken to social media to express their joy and gratitude as they receive the increased stipend, which was initially announced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The announcement, made in September 2024, was met with enthusiasm, but the delay in implementation left many corps members disappointed. For nearly six months, they continued to receive the previous allowance of N33,000, which had been in place since 2020 under former President Muhammadu Buhari. Finally, NYSC celebrates the realization of the new allowance.
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The long-awaited payment finally comes after the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, reassured the public in a recent television interview that disbursements would be made by the end of March. This fulfillment has been widely welcomed, especially given the economic challenges in the country.
The increase in corps members’ allowances is a direct outcome of the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024, which raised the minimum wage from N30,000 to N70,000. To align with this new wage structure, the National Salaries, Incomes, and Wages Commission approved the adjustment of corps members’ stipends in September 2024. With this development, corps members across Nigeria now have greater financial stability to manage their daily expenses.
Many believe this move will positively impact their welfare and motivation during their service year. Additionally, the increase highlights the government’s commitment to improving the conditions of young graduates participating in the national service scheme.
While this news has been met with widespread jubilation, some corps members have called for further improvements in welfare, including better accommodation, healthcare, and transportation provisions. Nevertheless, the N77,000 allowance marks a significant milestone in NYSC history and sets a new precedent for future enhancements to the program. As NYSC celebrates this achievement, there is hope for continued progress.
