NYSC speaks on report of increment in corps members’ allowance
NYSC spokesperson, Mr Megwa, advised journalists to uphold tenets of verification in their reportage “so as not to incite unnecessary apprehension among the scheme’s stakeholders.”
ByQosim Suleiman July 26, 2024 Reading Time: 2 mins read
NYSC allowance, minimum wage
The NYSC corps members’ allowance is usually determined based on the country’s minimum wage.
For instance, the corps members had their allowances increased from N19,800 to N33,000 in 2020, months after a new minimum wage of N30,000 took effect.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian government and the labour unions have negotiate and pass a new minimum wage after the expiration of the N30,000 minimum wage. However, DG has said it’s a must that corps member be paid a minimum wage and it is clear that NYSC Corp members allawance increment will take effect next month August.
Nigerians who completed bachelor’s degrees or its equivalent under the age of 30 are mandated by law to participate in the one-year NYSC scheme. They are currently being paid N33,000 monthly allowance.
“For clarity’s sake, General Ahmed, while addressing corps members, said it is expected that they would benefit from the minimum wage when it is approved; he did not say the President has approved any increment in corps members’ allowance,” the statement reads in part.
Mr Megwa advised journalists to uphold tenets of verification in their reportage so as not to incite unnecessary apprehension among the scheme’s stakeholders.
“Meanwhile, as part of his oversight functions, the DG advised the corps members on different issues relating to patriotism, entrepreneurship, security consciousness, and community development, among other issues of youth development for leadership roles,” he added.
NYSC allowance, minimum wage
The NYSC corps members’ allowance is usually determined based on the country’s minimum wage.
For instance, the corps members had their allowances increased from N19,800 to N33,000 in 2020, months after a new minimum wage of N30,000 took effect.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian government and the labour unions have negotiate and pass a new minimum wage after the expiration of the N30,000 minimum wage. However, DG has said it’s a must that corps member be paid a minimum wage and it is clear that NYSC Corp members allawance increment will take effect next month August.
Who is Eligible to Receive NYSC Allowance?
Corps members who attend their primary place of assignment (PPA) as agreed by the organization or agency and corps members, and have their NYSC monthly clearance done at their various local government areas (LGAs) in the given timeframe are eligible to receive their NYSC monthly allowances.
When Does NYSC Pay Allowance
NYSC usually pays out corps members’ allowances toward the end of each month. The allowance starts from the 27th to the 31st of each month. However, some banks may experience delays in payment.
What is the state that pays NYSC allowance in 2024?
Here is a list of states that pay NYSC allowances in 2024:
Borno State pays ₦15,000
Taraba State pays ₦10,000.
Enugu State pays ₦10,000
Jigawa State pays ₦10,000
Niger State pays ₦6,000
Abia State pays ₦5,000
Ekiti State pays ₦5,000
Osun State pays ₦5,000
Delta States pays ₦5,000
Ogun State pays ₦5,000
Kano State pays ₦10,000 every three months.
Oyo State pays ₦3,800
Cross River State pays ₦3,090
Bayelsa pays ₦3,000
Kaduna State pays ₦3,000
Zamfara State pays ₦3,000
Nasarawa State pays ₦3,000
Yobe State pays ₦2,500
Bauchi State pays ₦1,250
What Do I Do If My NYSC Allowance Is Not Paid?
If the month has ended and your fellow corps members have received their NYSC allowance and you have yet to receive yours, ensure you ask your fellow corps members that operate the same NYSC bank account as yours. After you have confirmed and they have all received theirs, you can complain directly to the Local Government Area (LGA) Local Government Inspector (LGI) and follow the NYSC procedure to get your payment failure resolved.
Conclusion
The NYSC allowance is a monthly payment made to corps members who meet all the NYSC payment requirements for that month. Corps members who did not receive their payment and met all requirements to get paid for that month should quickly contact their LGAs, LGI for the best resolution.
