Prior to the approval of the national minimum wages the Nigerian government would certainly increased remuneration for corps members as Mr president finally singed 70k minimum wages into law

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 to be paid N70, 000 minimum wage.

however, most of the corps member accounts opened in the camp can not take more than 50k at once. All corps member are advised to visit their various bank and confirm that their account can takes or receive more than 70k.

All corps members should upgrade their account before the end of august as some accounts may take less than the new minimum wage 70k.

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Bauchi government to renovate NYSC permanent camp

The Bauchi State Government has announced plans to embark on a comprehensive rehabilitation of the National Youth Service Corps camp in Wailo village, Ganjuwa Local Government Area of the state.

This decision was disclosed by the State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, during a facility tour to assess the condition of the camp on Tuesday.

The governor’s visit revealed the dire state of the camp, which has been in disrepair for some time.

The governor expressed concern over the inadequate facilities and infrastructure, which have hindered the smooth operation of the NYSC programme in the state.

He emphasised, “Given the importance of the NYSC scheme
in promoting national unity and development, the rehabilitation of the camp is crucial in providing a conducive environment for corps members to undergo their orientation and training.”

The governor said that the rehabilitation of the camp is part of the state government’s efforts to improve the welfare of corps members and support the NYSC scheme as well as youth development and national service.

On her part, the state coordinator of the scheme, Mrs. Rifkatu Daniel, in a thankful remark, opined that “the rehabilitation of the camp will not only benefit corps members but also contribute to the economic growth of the local community, as the project will create jobs, stimulate local economic activity, and enhance the overall development of the area.”

Ekiti gov orders construction of toilets at NYSC camp

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has directed that toilet facilities be built immediately at the National Youth Service Corps Orientation Camp in Ise-Emure.

According to a statement on the state’s X .com handle, the Commissioner for Youth Development, who is also the Chairman of the NYSC Governing Council in the State, Mr Adesola Adedayo, made the announcement after he conducted an on-the-spot- assessment of the situation immediately after he was informed of the collapse of a toilet facility at the camp which caused minor injuries to two female corps members on Friday.

Adedayo, during his remarks, reminded the corps members of the government’s commitment to ensuring their well-being and security throughout their service year.

He also pledged that the Ekiti State Government will continue to support the NYSC scheme through the provision and upkeep of facilities.

Adedayo revealed that the injured corps members are now stable after receiving essential medical care, and they have been placed under observation at the hospital.

Expressing empathy for the affected Corps members, Adedayo said that they are, however, stable and placed under observation at Federal Teaching Hospital Ido, Ido Ekiti, adding that the situation is under control.

He said, “I have gone round the camp to assess the situation of the Orientation camp and the two Corps members are doing fine now, they are stable, they are fine.

The consultant Doctor at the NYSC camp had attended to them. They have also been taken to FETHI in Ido Ekiti for further examination.

“The Doctor confirmed that they were fine and actually did not want to send them to the Teaching Hospital, but we deemed it necessary for observation and assurance that there wouldn’t be other complications.

“Our Governor has been supporting NYSC in Ekiti State. We have been supporting them every time they have orientation camp, and we will continue to support them.

“No stone would be left unturned to forestall similar occurrences in future, but I must assure you that the Corps members are safe, the orientation camp is calm, and the two affected female Corps members are also safe”.