The executive governor of Abia State, Governor Alex Otti has approved a dramatic increase in the monthly allowances for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state, a leap from a stagnant ₦4,000 to as much as ₦50,000.
In addition to the Federal Government’s increased monthly NYSC allowance of ₦77,000, all Corps members serving in Abia State will now earn a base monthly allowance of ₦ 20,000, while those serving within State Government Establishments, and specifically
Teaching/Medical personnel, will earn an additional discriminatory allowance of ₦10,000 and ₦30,000, respectively to motivate interested Corp members, thereby bridging the human capacity gap created by decades of neglect and attrition in both sectors.
This marks the first major adjustment after 27 years, reflecting Governor Otti’s commitment to youth empowerment and workforce development in Abia.
The New Abia has paved the way for a New Era for Corps Members. Governor Otti’s administration isn’t just talking — it’s acting. From renovating the NYSC Orientation Camp in Bende LGA to providing logistics and power infrastructure, the State Government has consistently demonstrated its value for the contributions of Corps Members in its transformational journey.
This development is a continuation of the State Government’s unwavering support for the NYSC members serving in Abia State. The Government, under the leadership of Governor Otti, is committed to making life easier for these corps members by supplementing their monthly allowance from the Federal Government.
Whether it’s fixing internal roads within the NYSC camp, installing power equipment, or upgrading dilapidated buildings, the Governor’s Midas touch and hands-on approach is transforming the NYSC experience in Abia.