NYSC Awaits Federal Government’s Directive on Increase in Corps Members' Allowance Following N70,000 Minimum Wage Approval

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is currently awaiting instructions from the Federal Government regarding the adjustment of corps members' allowances in light of the recent approval of a new minimum wage of ₦70,000.

Caroline Embu, Acting Director of the NYSC's Information and Public Relations unit, confirmed this in a statement to our correspondent on Tuesday. She highlighted that while the increase in the national minimum wage has been approved, any potential rise in the stipends for corps members will be subject to federal directives.

The approval of the new minimum wage has set expectations for a corresponding increase in corps members' allowances, many of whom depend on this income to cover basic living expenses during their service year. The delay in addressing this adjustment has raised concerns among corps members about the impact on their financial stability amidst rising living costs.

As the NYSC awaits further guidance from the Federal Government, corps members and stakeholders are hopeful for a swift resolution that will align their allowances with the new wage standards and better support their financial needs.