Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has approved an increase in the monthly state allowance for NYSC members serving in the state from N5,000 to N20,000 with effect from August 1st.
The Governor made this announcement on Friday in Uyo, the state capital.
He explained that the increment is to support the Federal Government’s N77,000 monthly allowance, helping corps members meet their basic needs.
“Over 10,000 corps members are posted to Akwa Ibom annually. We must continue to encourage and support them,” the Governor said .
This development follows his recent approval for the reconstruction of the NYSC Orientation Camp at Ikot Itie Idung in Nsit Atai, as part of ongoing efforts to improve the welfare of corps members in the state.
Established in 1973, the National Youth Service Corps is a one-year compulsory service scheme for Nigerian graduates below the age of 30.
It was created to foster national integration, unity, and development by deploying young graduates to states outside their region of origin for community service, education, and nation-building efforts.