Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has approved an increase in the monthly allowance of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state from ₦20,000 to ₦30,000.
Naijaonpoint reports that the governor made the announcement on Friday during the swearing-in ceremony for the 2025 Batch B Stream I corps members held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Damare, Girei Local Government Area.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to youth development and welfare, noting that the allowance increase complements other ongoing support efforts, including the provision of food and welfare packages.
“As a government, we are committed to improving the welfare of corps members. This increment aligns with our promise to create a friendly and supportive atmosphere for you,” Fintiri said.
The governor also disclosed that plans were at an advanced stage for the construction of a new NYSC orientation camp in Adamawa State.
He directed the NYSC State Coordinator to engage corps members with relevant qualifications, such as architects, civil engineers, and quantity surveyors, in supervising the project.
Congratulating the new corps members, Fintiri described them as crucial partners in implementing key government policies, particularly in education.
“As bona fide citizens of Adamawa during your service year, you are expected to uphold discipline, engage in community development, and cultivate healthy interactions,” the governor stated.
He highlighted the importance of the orientation programme in preparing corps members for their national assignment and assured them of full government support throughout their service year.
On his part, the State Commissioner for Youths and NYSC Governing Board Chairman, Wali Yakubu, urged corps members to take the orientation course seriously, obey camp rules, and embrace skill acquisition for post-service self-reliance.
NYSC State Coordinator, Osoro Caroline, praised the corps members for their discipline and active participation.
She lauded Fintiri’s support, describing him as a visionary leader and a beacon of youth empowerment in Nigeria.
The swearing-in ceremony also featured the oath of allegiance administered by the Chief Judge of Adamawa, Justice Hapsat Abdurrahman, and the ceremonial presentation of the NYSC journal to the governor.
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