Abia State Governor Directs Immediate Payment of NYSC Allowances

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has directed the immediate removal of administrative bottlenecks that are delaying the implementation of approved allowances for members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The single sharpest fact in this story is that NYSC members in the state are yet to receive the extra allowances approved by the governor.

Mr. Otti gave the directive in his office on Tuesday while receiving the new State Coordinator of the NYSC, Yunusa Tanimu, in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area. Yunusa Tanimu is a career diplomat who has served in various capacities within the government and the NYSC. He assumed office as the State Coordinator of the NYSC in Abia State, a role that oversees the welfare and deployment of NYSC members in the state. The governor's decision was a response to the appeals from the new State Coordinator, who emphasized the need for immediate payment to ensure the welfare of corps members serving in the state.

The governor reaffirmed his administration's commitment to the welfare of corps members, acknowledging their contributions to education, healthcare, and other critical sectors of the state's development. He directed the Head of Service to identify and resolve any issues hindering the payment of the allowances, ensuring that corps members receive their due payments promptly. Mr. Otti's administration has been implementing various developmental projects in the state, including infrastructure and education, which corps members have been contributing to.

During the meeting, Yunusa Tanimu commended Governor Otti for his developmental strides in the state, particularly in infrastructure. He appealed to the state government to intervene in the renovation of corps members' hostels and the multi-purpose hall at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Umunna. The coordinator also requested the construction of internal roads at the camp, the installation of solar-powered streetlights, the augmentation of orientation camp logistics, the approval of enhanced allowances, and the provision of a new state secretariat.

The appeal from Mr. Tanimu came as the new State Coordinator was making a courtesy visit, following his assumption of office. Earlier, Governor Otti praised the new State Coordinator's choice as a seasoned administrator who would ensure the smooth operation of the NYSC in the state. Mr. Tanimu is expected to work closely with the governor's administration to implement policies and projects aimed at the welfare and development of corps members in the state.

NYSC members have been serving in Abia State for several years, with Governor Otti's administration recognizing their contributions to the growth and development of the state. The governor's decision to address the pending payment issue reflects his commitment to the welfare of the corps members, who are essential to the state's development. The immediate payment of the allowances is expected to alleviate the financial burden on corps members serving in the state.