Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has announced a significant increase in the monthly allowances for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state. During the closing ceremony of the 2023 Batch B Stream one Orientation course at the NYSC Orientation Camp Wannune, Tarka Local Government Area, the Governor revealed that each corps member in the state would now receive ₦15,000 monthly, while medical doctors among them would receive ₦100,000 each.
“each corps members posted to the state irrespective of their places of primary assignment will be paid ₦15,000 monthly by the state government, while the Medical Doctors will be paid ₦100,000 each.”
Governor Alia expressed his commitment to providing a conducive environment for the corps members to fulfill their duties in the state. He emphasized the importance of their services in promoting unity and urged them to seize every opportunity to make a positive impact on society, contributing to the growth and development of the state and the nation as a whole.
He addressed the corps members, saying,
"remember that you are part of the larger vision to build a better nation. Each one of you possess unique skills, talents that can contribute to the growth and development of our beloved state and country at large.
“Embrace your role as ambassadors of change, and let your actions reflect the values of integrity, innovation, and compassion.
“Remember, it is during the moments of adversity that our true character and strength are revealed. Believe in yourself, trust in your abilities, and stay committed to the cause of nation building.”
The Benue State Coordinator of the NYSC, Mr. Abe Ashumate, commended the Governor for prioritizing the welfare of the corps members by providing them with essential items and food during their orientation camp.
He also urged the corps members to be responsible ambassadors of the NYSC and avoid engaging in activities that could tarnish the image of the scheme, such as drug abuse, cybercrime, and spreading fake news.
He Said: “at all times, you should be good ambassadors of the NYSC, your families and institutions of graduation. Therefore, you must be wary of of acts that can portray the scheme in bad light, especially, drug abuse and trafficking, cyber crimes, and spreading of fake news amongst others.”
Previously, all categories of corps members in the state received a monthly allowance of ₦10,000, as stated on paper by successive governments. However, according to an anonymous top-ranking official of the NYSC in the state, no corps member received any payment from the government despite the claims of payment.
“but that was on paper because no corps member received anything from successive governments in the state. They claimed that they were paying but nothing was paid."
The increased allowances announced by Governor Alia are expected to boost the morale of the serving corps members and enhance their service in the state.
“We hope that this pronouncement by the Governor will be backed up with cash to boost the moral of serving corps members and encourage more to come to Benue state.”
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