Tinubu’s Gov’t approves increase in NYSC monthly allowance to N77,000

In a major development, the Nigerian government has approved a substantial increase in the monthly allowance of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members.

The allowance has been raised from N33,000 to N77,000, effective from July 2024.

This announcement was made in a press statement issued on Wednesday night by the NYSC Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu.

The increase aligns with the new Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024, signaling the government’s commitment to improving the welfare of corps members across the country.

The increment has been met with positive reactions from both current and prospective corps members, who have long called for an increase in their stipends due to rising living costs.

This adjustment marks a significant step in ensuring better financial support for those serving in various sectors under the national scheme.

The statement reads: “The Federal Government has approved the increase of Corps Members’ monthly allowance to Seventy-Seven Thousand Naira (N77,000) with effect from July 2024.

“This 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.

“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.

“Before this increase, the monthly allowance for Corps Members was Thirty-Three Thousand Naira (N33,000).”