The Urue-Offong/Oruko Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State has approved a monthly stipend of ₦20,000 for each National Youth Service Corps member serving in the area.
The Executive Chairman of the council, Chief Uno Etim, announced the decision during a courtesy visit by corps members on Tuesday.
Payment takes immediate effect
Etim said the ₦20,000 monthly payment would take effect immediately and was introduced to support corps members during their service year.
He urged the corps members to consider the local government their home for the duration of their deployment and assured them of the council’s support.
The chairman also directed the Works Department to inspect the accommodation provided for corps members and identify areas requiring renovation or other interventions.
Council promises welfare support
Etim said the stipend was part of his administration’s efforts to support young Nigerians deployed to contribute their skills and time to the development of the local government.
He also assured the corps members that their welfare and safety would remain priorities of the council.
The council chairman urged the corps members to remain committed to their responsibilities and contribute positively to their host communities.
A representative of the corps members, Community Liaison Officer Ukachukwu Ifeanyi, appreciated the council chairman for the initiative and other development efforts in the area.
Source: https://yaroinsider.ng/akwa-ibom-lg-n20000-stipend-nysc-members/
