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NYSC DG Addresses Increase for Corps Members in Line with New Minimum Wage

Published by admin on September 4th, 2024.

NYSC DG Addresses Increase for Corps Members in Line with New Minimum Wage

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NYSC DG Addresses Corps Members’ Allowance Increase With New Minimum Wage

The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Yusha’u Ahmed, has announced that the monthly allowance for corps members will be increased to ₦33,000 following the implementation of the new minimum wage by the Federal Government. This update was shared during Ahmed’s visit to orientation camps in Kebbi and Sokoto, where he addressed members of the 2024 Batch ‘B’ stream two.

Ahmed underscored the significant contribution of corps members to Nigeria’s socio-economic development and encouraged them to use their service year for skill-building and future career preparation. He urged them to engage fully in the NYSC’s skill acquisition and entrepreneurship programs, advising, “At the very least, learn a skill while in camp. After the Orientation Course, continue with post-camp training. Aim to acquire skills that will enable you to create jobs rather than just searching for them. Many former corps members are now thriving in various fields.”

The DG also highlighted partnerships with major institutions like the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Bank of Industry (BOI), Unity Bank, Access Bank, and NNPC Foundation to offer loans and grants to corps members. He assured them of their safety throughout their service, promising postings to secure locations but advising vigilance.

In Kebbi, NYSC Coordinator Aghata Banki-Okolo reported that corps members have adapted well to camp life, with active participation in all activities. She noted that 240 camp officials are utilizing emotional intelligence in their roles and reported that 1,195 corps members have been registered, including 1,077 in Kebbi and 118 displaced from Zamfara State.

In Sokoto, Coordinator Yakubu Usman praised the corps members for their discipline and quick adaptation, with a total of 1,488 members, including 682 males and 806 females. This group includes 134 males and 66 females displaced from Zamfara due to security issues.

The increase in the corps members’ allowance follows the recent adjustment in Nigeria’s minimum wage, which was raised to ₦70,000 after negotiations with organized labor. The National Assembly passed the new wage bill on July 23, and it was signed into law on July 29.