The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, has disclosed that the recently approved increase in corps members’ monthly allowance has not been implemented due to a lack of available funding.
The Federal Government had approved an increase in the monthly allowance for corps members, raising it from ₦33,000 to ₦77,000, effective July 2024.
This change was communicated in a letter from the National Salaries, Incomes, and Wages Commission, dated September 25, 2024, and signed by the Commission’s Chairman, Mr. Ekpo Nta.
However, despite the announcement, corps members still received ₦33,000 for their September allowance, leading to confusion and concern.
In an interview with the BBC Hausa service, Brigadier General Ahmed explained that although the increment has been approved, the necessary funds have not yet been released by the government.
He assured that the NYSC is working closely with relevant authorities to ensure the release of funds and the implementation of the new allowance.
Brigadier General Ahmed further mentioned that this issue is not unique to corps members, as NYSC staff members also have experienced a delay in the implementation of their salary increases, which were approved months ago.
He expressed optimism that the situation would be resolved soon, though no specific timeline has been given for when the new allowance will be paid.