Northern group lauds FG for increasing NYSC allowance to N77,000

The Arewa Youths Awareness on Leadership and Election in Bauchi State has lauded the Federal Government for the recent increase in the monthly allowance of the members of the National Youth Service Corps, (NYSC) from N33,000 to N77,000.

Chairman of the group, Khamis Musa Darazo, while speaking in Bauchi on Friday, described the increase in the monthly allowance of NYSC members as timely, considering the rising cost of living in the country.

He said that the new allowance will help the corp members to cushion the effects of rising inflation, cost of living, hikes in transportation fares, electricity, and the removal of fuel subsidy.

Khamis said the gesture portrays the government’s sensitivity to the plights of the masses currently traumatised by the hardship in the country.

“Let me emphatically acknowledge the efforts of the federal government in being considerate to the plights of corp members at this critical time that Nigeria is going through a very harsh economic downturn,” Khamis said.

“The manifestation of hardship, and poverty as a result of the soaring cost of living, has negatively devastated Nigerians in all facets of life.

“I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude for this laudable gesture which demonstrates the commitment of the president to empower Nigerian youths and acknowledge their inevitable contributions to national development.

“The president’s leadership and vision for a prosperous Nigeria are truly inspiring. This increase in allowance will positively boost the morale of the corp members and make them give their best during their service year.

“The President’s dedication to the welfare of corps members has reiterated the present administration’s commitment towards the welfare of its citizens, which corps members are inclusive.”