NYSC reveals date for final commencement of corps members’ N77,000 allowance

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced that Corps Members will begin receiving an increased monthly allowance of ₦77,000 starting March 2025.

NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, confirmed the update during an interactive session with Corps Members at the Wuse and Garki NYSC Zonal Offices in Abuja on Thursday.

Addressing concerns about the delay in implementing the new allowance, Brigadier General Nafiu reassured Corps Members of the Federal Government’s commitment to their welfare, emphasizing that all necessary arrangements have been made to ensure a smooth rollout of the payment.

“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 stated.

He urged Corps Members to remain patient and dedicated to their service, highlighting the NYSC’s role in fostering national unity and instilling values such as patriotism and teamwork.

On behalf of her colleagues in the Garki Zone, Corps Member Zaka Deborah Alheri (Call Number: FC/24A/5831) expressed gratitude to the Director General for his efforts in ensuring the allowance increase becomes a reality.

Brigadier General Nafiu also acknowledged the dedication of Corps Members across the country, emphasizing that their contributions are valued by both the NYSC and the nation.