Hold on to your wallets, NYSC members! The allowance just doubled, and itโs causing quite a stir. Find out how this is changing the game for corps members!
Big news for all National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members! The Federal Government has officially approved a staggering increase in the monthly allowance for corps members, skyrocketing it from N33,000 to a whopping N77,000! This decision was announced through a statement from the NYSC by Caroline Embu, and it has corps members buzzing with excitement and anticipation as the new payment regime will be backdated to July 2024. Now, thatโs what we call a belated birthday gift, right?
The announcement was solidified in a letter from the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, dated September 25, 2024. The Chairman, Mr. Ekpo Nta, signed off on this exciting news, and reactions have been a mixed bag. While some are celebrating what seems like a significant raise, others are taking a more skeptical approach, questioning whether โฆ77,000 will go any further in today's economy riddled with soaring inflation and rising costs of living.
The increase has spurred discussions across the nation. What can this new amount actually do for the average corps member? Many have started to ponder how they will manage their budgets. From buying groceries to exploring other ventures like supporting local businesses, this raise could change the game for corps members financially. But is it enough to cover the increasing prices of basic necessities? Itโs a hot topic of debate, with some insisting that it just isnโt enough in the face of inflation.
In the midst of the excitement, itโs also essential to appreciate the historical context. Did you know that the initial allowance when NYSC first started was just N900 monthly? This current increase reflects an evolution in how we view and support our youth service members. As we keep an eye on economic conditions, letโs hope this increase helps to ease some of the financial burdens for those serving our nation!
Youth corps members go begin receive di new payment wey goment back date to July 2024, according to statement from di NYSC tok-tok pesin, Caroline Embu.
By Folasade Akpan The Federal Government has approved the increase of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members' monthly allowance to N77,000 with effect.
โThis 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,โ ...
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Nigerians have expressed mixed reactions to the increase in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) monthly allowance from N33,000 to N77,000. Tribune.
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