The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has assured corps members that their monthly stipends of N33,000 will be increased once the Federal Government implements the new minimum wage.
This was confirmed by NYSC Director General, Yusha’u Ahmed, during his visit to Kebbi and Sokoto on Tuesday, where he addressed the 2024 Batch ‘B’ stream two corps members at their respective orientation camps.
Ahmed acknowledged the significant contributions corps members make to Nigeria’s socio-economic development and encouraged them to utilize their service year for personal growth and future planning.
He highlighted the importance of the NYSC Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) program, urging members to learn new skills and consider entrepreneurship.
He also mentioned that NYSC has partnered with organizations like the Central Bank of Nigeria, Bank of Industry, Unity Bank, Access Bank, and NNPC Foundation to provide loans and grants for ex-corps members to support their entrepreneurial ventures.
The DG assured the corps members of their safety during their service year and noted that they would be posted to secure areas, advising them to remain vigilant at all times.
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