The Digest:
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has announced a landmark increase in the monthly allowance for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state, raising it from a stagnant ₦4,000 to a significant ₦50,000. This move, the first adjustment in 27 years, is part of a broader strategy to motivate young graduates, bridge critical human capacity gaps, and demonstrate a tangible commitment to youth empowerment.
Key Points:
- Governor Alex Otti increased the state's NYSC allowance from ₦4,000 to a flat ₦50,000.
- Combined with the federal allowance, corps members now take home an average of ₦90,000 monthly.
- The increase is the first of its kind in 27 years, addressing long-standing stagnation.
- The initiative aims to motivate graduates and fill capacity gaps in critical sectors like health and education.
- The administration has also renovated the NYSC Orientation Camp in Bende LGA.
- Governor Otti cited the retention and rise of a former corps member to Head of Service as an example.
- The policy is part of a broader strategy, with 35% of the state's budget dedicated to education and health
Sources: Vanguard, The Punch
