NYSC members call for N77,000 allowance implementation amid hardship

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members have called on the Federal Government to implement the promised N77,000 allowance to alleviate the current economic hardship in the country.

The corps members took to their social media handles to share their concerns on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

The NYSC members said the government’s approval of the increased allowance in July 2024, they were still receiving the old allowance of N33,000.

According to them, the old N33,000 allowance is no longer sustainable due to high transportation, feeding, and NYSC contribution costs.

“3 months after, the Federal Government still believes that N33k is enough for NYSC members to survive,” X user @NoorAjuwon wrote.

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“How can we even concentrate on our primary assignment with N33k in this current economic situation?” @Arbdoolbasid_Jr. tweeted.

@blazzin_225 described the situation as “suffering and wickedness” due to bad NYSC lodges, dilapidated bathrooms and toilets, and starvation

“See us as your children too. We’re dying,” another X user urged President Bola Tinubu

The corps members are appealing to the government to implement the N77,000 allowance and improve living conditions to ensure their well-being and productivity during national service.

The federal government’s approval of the increased allowance in July 2024 has yet to be reflected in the NYSC members’ stipends.

The Star