Image of the new Director General speaking to Corp members in Abuja

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has confirmed that the monthly allowance for Corps members will increase to ₦77,000 starting from March 2025.

NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, made the announcement on Thursday during an interactive session with Corps Members at the Wuse and Garki NYSC Zonal Offices in Abuja. The session addressed concerns regarding the delay in implementing the new allowance.

Brigadier General Nafiu reassured Corps Members of the Federal Government’s commitment to their welfare, stating:

“With effect from March, you will receive seventy-seven thousand naira as your monthly allowance. NYSC is efficient in record-keeping, and I assure you that your payments will be made. The nation and the scheme appreciate you.”

He urged Corps Members to remain patient and dedicated to their service, emphasising that the NYSC plays a crucial role in promoting national unity and instilling values such as patriotism and teamwork.

Brigadier General Nafiu also acknowledged the vision of the NYSC’s founding fathers and called for continued support from all stakeholders to uphold the scheme’s objectives.

Speaking on behalf of Corps Members at the Garki Zone, Zaka Deborah Alheri expressed gratitude to the Director General for ensuring the allowance increment would finally be implemented.