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The Federal Government has approved an increase of 133% for NYSC members from N33,000 to N77,000 effect from July,2024.
The approval was communicated through a letter from the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, dated September 25, 2024, and signed by Chairman Ekpo Nta.
The increase is believed to be orchestrated by the Director-General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, who advocated for a robust welfare package for corps members during a visit to the Commission.
According to Caroline Embu, Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, NYSC
“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.
“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.
She stated further that the improved allowance for the Corps Members was aimed to boost their morale as they contribute to nation building.
