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From Mohammed Abubakar, Dutse
As part of to the efforts to boost the morale of corps members serving in the state, the Jigawa state government has announced plans to effect the upward review of the local monthly stipends.
Governor Umar Namadi who announced the gesture while addressing the passing out of the 2026 batch C Stream 1 orientation course at the Yakubu Gowon Permanent Orientation Camp in Dutse on Monday also pledged, not only to upgrade the current facilities at the camp, but also to build a modern befitting hall for the Corps members.
In addition, the governor approved the purchase of a new generator for use in the camp, in line with the request by the management of the State Directorate of the Corps.
Namadi said the decision to review the allowance of the corps members was in tune with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s gesture of raising the monthly allowances for corps members from N 30,000 to N77,000, noting “we’re merely following the footsteps of our leader who is noted for his compassion.”
He said the planned improvements were aimed at enhancing corps members’ welfare, ensuring their safety, and providing a more conducive environment for orientation and training.
The governor described the NYSC scheme as a critical instrument for promoting national unity, cultural understanding, and peaceful coexistence among Nigerians from diverse backgrounds.
According to him, the scheme continues to shape the outlook, experiences, and leadership potential of young Nigerians by exposing them to different cultures, communities, and ways of life.
Namadi, who disclosed that he participated in the scheme 38 years ago, said his service year contributed significantly to shaping his professional and leadership career.
To complement the efforts of Mr President, we in Jigawa State will also review the local allowances of corps members. We have also directed their employers to improve their conditions of service,” he said.
The governor further disclosed that the state government would direct employers to provide vehicles to convey corps members from the orientation camp to their places of primary assignment.
He urged the corps members to demonstrate their patriotism and work freely with the local communities that they would be posted to serve.
