Sele Media Africa | National NewsNYSC Resumes Payment of ₦77,000 Arrears to Corps Members After Two-Month HiatusBy Sele Media Africa | September 3, 2025ABUJA, NIGERIA — The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has recommenced the disbursement of allowance arrears to corps members, marking the first payment since June 3, 2025. This development follows a two-month suspension that had left many corps members anxious about their entitlements.The resumed payments cover arrears from July 2024 to March 2025, aligning with the Federal Government’s earlier approval of a new monthly allowance of ₦77,000 for corps members. This increase was part of broader efforts to alleviate economic hardships faced by Nigerian youths. [1]Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, Director-General of NYSC, had previously assured that all eligible corps members, including those who had recently completed their service, would benefit from the increment once funds were available. He stated: ⁠“Once funds are released to us to offset the arrears, we will pay them. Even our corps members who passed out recently will benefit. We have their bank details.” [2]The delay in payments had sparked widespread frustration among corps members, many of whom rely heavily on the monthly stipends for their sustenance. The resumption of payments is expected to boost morale and reaffirm the government’s commitment to the welfare of its youth.A former corps member expressed relief upon receiving the payment, saying: ⁠“After waiting for two months, I didn’t expect to see another payment alert. But honestly, it’s not just about the money; it’s about feeling like our efforts actually count.” [1]The NYSC was established to promote national unity and development by deploying graduates to serve in various parts of the country. The monthly allowance is a crucial component of this program, ensuring that corps members can meet their basic needs during their service year. [3]Sele Media Africa will continue to monitor and report on developments related to the NYSC and other national programs affecting Nigerian youths.Citations:1.⁠ ⁠Okay.ng: www.okay.ng/nysc-resumes-payment-of-n77000-allowance-arrears-after-two-month-pause/?utm_source=chatgpt.com2.⁠ ⁠Politics Nigeria: politicsnigeria.com/just-in-nysc-resumes-payment-of-arrears-to-corps-members-after-break/?utm_source=chatgpt.com3.⁠ ⁠Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Youth_Service_Corps?utm_source=chatgpt.com