The Nation Newspaper Bago fetes Niger corps members with N200,000 bonuses
Niger state governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, on Tuesday, July 2, showered N200,000 largess on each of the Batch B, Stream 1 National Youth Service Corps members posted to the state to serve.The announcement of the bonus was greeted with loud cheers and applause by the corps members.
He said: “I was told that there are 1,600 Corp members for this batch. I am crediting each of your accounts with N200,000. This will enable you to be comfortable to stay in Niger State. This is to show you that there is prosperity in Niger State. I will do my best to ensure that Corpers enjoy serving in Niger state.“I have given orders to build more toilets and drill five boreholes in this temporary camp. I will 20 cows and one trailer load of rice for the welfare of the Corpers in camp.
The Minister of Youth Development, Dr Jamila Bio Ibrahim disclosed that the federal government intend to empower 5,000 NYSC members with up to N10 million each for entrepreneurial ventures upon completion of their service adding that the federal government is also launching the National Youth Skills Program to train over one million young Nigerians across diverse fields such as technology, agriculture, and other sectors.
“These initiatives offer a remarkable opportunity to enhance your employability and prepare for a successful career, aligning your aspirations with the evolving demands of the job market. As you navigate through your service year, we encourage you to seize these opportunities with both hands. The world around us is evolving fast, and the skills you acquire now will enhance your employability and position you to be leaders and innovators in our society”, she stated.
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