Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has pledged to increase the allowances paid to National Youth Service Corps members posted to the state, citing the need to recognise their contributions and help them cope with current economic hardship. Namadi made the commitment on Monday during a passing-out ceremony for the 2026 Batch C Stream corps members at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Fanisau, Dutse. He said the state government would "review up and increase NYSC corpers allowance posted to the state to encourage them to give their best."
Beyond the promised long-term increase, Namadi announced an immediate N10,000 transport allowance for each corps member to help them travel to their primary assignments. He congratulated the newly qualified corps members on finishing their mandatory six-week orientation course and urged them to serve as good ambassadors for the scheme.
The governor outlined further plans to improve conditions at the camp itself. He said the state would explore building a larger hall to accommodate more corps members during gatherings and would purchase a bigger generator to ensure steady power supply at the facility. Namadi said these interventions would enhance the welfare and living conditions of corps members and camp officials.
Muhammad Baba, the NYSC Jigawa State Coordinator, commended the governor for his ongoing support for the scheme. Baba said the Batch C corps members had completed their orientation training and were ready to contribute to the state's development. He thanked the governor for the transport allowance and other camp improvements, and appealed for continued government backing to help the scheme meet its objectives. Baba also reminded the corps members to respect local cultures and work meaningfully for their host communities.
For savers and families in Jigawa, the pledge means corps members will have more resources to spend locally and send home, potentially boosting demand for goods and services in their communities.