News on nysc allowance
Here are some recent news updates on the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) allowance in Nigeria:
Latest Update (2023)
The Federal Government has approved a new allowance for NYSC members, effective from January 2023. The new allowance is N33,000 per month, which is an increase from the previous N30,000. This was announced by the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, during a press briefing in Abuja.
Previous Updates
- In 2022, the NYSC allowance was increased from N19,800 to N30,000 per month, effective from January 2022.
- In 2021, the NYSC allowance was increased from N19,800 to N21,000 per month, effective from January 2021.
- In 2020, the NYSC allowance was increased from N19,800 to N19,800 per month, effective from January 2020.
Background
The NYSC allowance is a monthly stipend paid to corps members during their one-year national service program. The allowance is meant to cover their living expenses, including accommodation, food, and other necessities. The amount of the allowance has been a subject of controversy over the years, with many corps members calling for an increase to reflect the rising cost of living in Nigeria.
Reactions
The latest increase in the NYSC allowance has been welcomed by many corps members and stakeholders. However, some have expressed concerns that the increase may not be enough to cover the rising cost of living in Nigeria. Others have called for a more substantial increase to reflect the true value of the allowance.
Conclusion
The NYSC allowance is an important aspect of the national service program in Nigeria, and its increase is a welcome development. However, more needs to be done to ensure that the allowance reflects the true value of the service rendered by corps members.