The federal government had adjusted the allowance of corps members’ monthly stipends from ₦33,000 to ₦77,000 in September 2024. In March 2025, active corps members reportedly began receiving the updated ₦77,000 allowance.

On Tuesday at 4:39 p.m. news broke that the federal government had started crediting former corps members. While some social media users expressed skepticism, calling the news “propaganda,” others claimed to have received the payments.

“I think it is true,” wrote Abraham Ojogunwa, a former corps member, although he did not provide evidence. Another ex-corps member, Abibah, affirmed, “It is true, thank you so much.”

In a report by Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), Timileyin Akinmoyeje, a member of the 2024 Batch A stream, confirmed receiving his arrears at approximately 4:06 p.m. on Monday.

“I heard rumours about the arrears but didn’t take them seriously until the payment dropped,” Akinmoyeje said.

Another Batch A corps member, who requested anonymity, also confirmed receiving payment around the same time.

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The Chairman of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd.), made the call in a keynote address delivered on his behalf by the agency’s Director of Drug Demand Reduction, Dr. Ngozi Madubuike. This was during the opening session of a three-day Drug Prevention, Treatment and Care (DPTC) training, organized by the NDLEA in collaboration with the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) on Sunday in Abuja.

Marwa emphasized that introducing drug tests at NYSC camps would serve as a deterrent to drug use and assist in identifying those in need of intervention and support.

“The NYSC is a critical platform in shaping the future of our youth. Introducing mandatory drug tests will ensure we are sending responsible and drug-free graduates into the workforce,” he stated.

Dr. Madubuike further noted that early detection through testing would play a crucial role in curbing drug dependence and preventing its long-term consequences among young Nigerians.

The NDLEA has expressed concern over the increasing involvement of young people—particularly students and recent graduates—in drug-related offenses. According to the agency, the proposal aligns with its broader strategy of prevention, early intervention, and rehabilitation.

While many stakeholders have applauded the proposal as a proactive move, others have raised concerns about issues such as privacy, implementation logistics, and potential stigmatization.

An NYSC official source confirmed that the proposal is under review and reiterated the scheme’s commitment to ensuring a safe and development-focused environment for corps members.

If approved, the drug testing initiative may be implemented as early as the next orientation exercise.

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The announcement of a pay increase by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu which earlier brought relief and excitement among corps members nationwide, was met with disappointment following delays in implementation of the new allowance.

For almost six months after the announcement in September 2024, serving corps members were paid the previous N33,000 allowance introduced in 2020 under former President Muhammadu Buhari.

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NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, stated this on Tuesday in Abuja, according to a statement by NYSC spokesperson Caroline Embu.

General Ahmed, who said his administration prioritises Corps welfare, added that arrangements for paying new Corps members’ allowances popularly known as “allawee” have been concluded.

The increase in the monthly allowance for corps members followed the review of Nigeria’s minimum wage from N30,000 to N70,000 in July 2024.

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In a statement on Wednesday, a spokesperson for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Caroline Embu, said the increment was in line with the enactment of the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024.

Embu quoted a letter from the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, dated September 25, 2024 and signed by the Chairman, Ekpo Nta.

“Prior to this, the Director General, NYSC Brigadier General YD Ahmed, had paid an advocacy visit to the Chairman in which he solicited for a robust welfare package for Corps Members.

“The NYSC Boss is thankful to the Federal Government for the timely gesture and is optimistic that it will not only bring much needed succour to the Corps Members, but also boost their morale and motivate them to do even more, in their service to the nation,” Embu said.

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This pledge was made during his address as the special guest of honour at the NYSC Passing-Out Parade/Closing Ceremony for the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream I Corps Members, held at the Camp in Iyana Ipaja on Tuesday.

Governor Sanwo-Olu also announced a N5bn pledge towards the construction of a permanent site in the state.

He said, “This year alone I will be putting available a total of 5bn that will be used to start the full development of the permanent site for NYSC.

“For this batch we have 4254 and with all sense of responsibility and because you have been very hardworking, each and everyone of you will go home with a N100,000, the money will be made available into your accounts by next week and your directors will credit your account.”

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NBTE Head of Media, Fatima Abubakar, disclosed that National Universities Commission (NUC) to approve a two-year Master of Technology for HND holders in some Polytechnics did not see the light of the day, hence this development.

“Many times HND Holders are forced to go for a one year Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) before they could be admitted into the Master’s Programme in Universities,” the statement partly read.

“The disadvantage of the PGD is that holders who continue to do Ph.D. and wish to migrate to a Nigerian University will always be queried to produce their first degree, even when they have Doctorates.

“To end this unwarranted prejudice, NBTE has now created this progression pathway for HND holders.”

The Board also highlighted mobilisation for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as a challenge facing HND holders.

“NBTE has now created a HND admission portal for use by all Polytechnics. Only accredited Programmes shall be visible on the portal and NYSC shall have viewing rights to know admitted candidates to be mobilised.

“This will hopefully bring an end to illegal HND admissions of unaccredited Programmes and at the same time ensure carrying capacities are adhered to for quality assurance,” the statement added.

The Board further appealed to President Bola Tinubu to sign the Bill removing the HND-BSc Dichotomy in the public service as passed by the 9th National Assembly, to end the discrimination against graduates of the polytechnic system.

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In a statement released on Sunday to calm the corps members, the corps management assured that its interfacing with the banks to fast-track payment.

“The Management of National Youth Service Corps wishes to state that it is aware of worries and agitations by corps members over the delay in the payment of their June 2023 monthly allowance.

“For the avoidance of doubt, the scheme completed all arrangements for the payment of corps members’ allowance since June 27, 2023, and remittances were made the same day to various banks accordingly.

“The delay being currently experienced is due to the administration of funds by various banks who are yet to credit Corps Members’ accounts.

“All Corps Members are enjoined to remain calm, law-abiding and dutiful in their respective places of national service as the Scheme will continue to treat issues relating to their welfare with utmost priority.

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Fadah’s removal comes only six months after his appointment as the NYSC boss in May, 2022.

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In a letter marked NYSC/DHQ/PPRU/783/Vol III and signed on behalf of the DG by NYSC’s Director, Press and Public Relations, Eddy Megwa; revealed that Senator Oduah was mobilised for national service in 1982/1983 service year.

NYSC claimed in the letter that the Senator began the service but jettisoned it later. As a result, the NYSC said the Senator was not due for an NYSC certificate.

“In response to your request, we wish to state that the facts of the matter remain as follows: Stella Adaeze Oduah was mobilised for national service in 1982/1983 service year and deployed to Lagos State.

“After the orientation course, she absconded and never completed the national service. The consequence of this is that she is not qualified for the issuance of the certificate of national service,” the letter read in part.

Stella Adaeze Oduah Fires Back…

The Senator in response to the NYSC has tagged the letter “fake” and asked it to provide proof that she absconded during her service year.

While the NYSC made a bogus claim without attaching empirical evidence to such reputation-threatening allegations, the Senator has provided proof of her confirmation of service at the National Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA). The confirmation letter went as far as stating the name of the man in charge of NECA at the time and confirmed that the Senator indeed served in 1982.

Going by the initial source of the claim that she didn’t serve, the Concerned Anambra North PDP Stakeholders, it’s clear that the allegation is a smear job to dampen the chances of the Senator as she vies to return to the red chambers.

The Senator said NYSC and this blatantly politically biased group had concocted lies to damage her reputation. She called on the NYSC to wash its hands off the false claim stated in the letter or provide evidence to back its strong claim.

Senator Oduah vies to return to the National Assembly as the lawmaker representing Anambra North.

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