FG Increases Feeding Budget for NYSC Members, Implementation Begins in 2027
The Federal Government has approved an increase in the budget allocated for feeding National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members during their orientation camp programme, in a move aimed at improving their welfare.
The NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, disclosed the development while interacting with members of the 2026 Batch C Stream One at the Cross River State Orientation Camp in Obubra.
Nafiu said the Budget Office was aware of the upward review, adding that the increased allocation was expected to take effect in 2027.
He urged corps members to manage their finances responsibly, avoid extravagant spending and develop a consistent savings habit.
The NYSC chief also commended Nigerian youths for their resilience and commitment to national service. He advised corps members to prioritise their safety while travelling, recommending that they stop their journeys before 6 p.m. when necessary and continue the following day.
The adjustment is expected to improve feeding arrangements for corps members during orientation, although the specific amount of the increase has not been disclosed.
