The Taraba state Governor Agbu Kefas has approved a one-time payment of 50,000 naira as medical allowance, 10,000 naira monthly allowance and 25,000 naira accomodation allowance per term to National Youth Service Corp members serving in the state.
This announcement was made on Sunday September 24,2023 by Zainab Usman Jalingo the State’s Commissioner for Information and Re-orientation.
The Taraba state government took this decision as a result of a recent surge in enrollment into schools occasioned by Kefa’s declaration of free basic and secondary school education across the state.
The statement read thus
“As an emergency response to the education situation, His Excellency has approved significant allowances for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in Taraba State schools, and they include; Additional ten thousand naira will be added to their monthly allowance.
A one-time payment of fifty thousand naira as a medical allowance. An accommodation allowance of twenty-five thousand naira per term, totalling seventy-five thousand naira for three terms.
Also, Exceptional Youth Corps members who distinguish themselves while serving in schools will be offered automatic employment opportunities.”
As a means of encouragement, the government also added that provisions will be made for free school uniforms and books
“Uniforms, shoes, socks, and books will be made available by January to support students in their pursuit of education.
Commencing this term, an ICT-based registration system will be introduced. This will apply to Teachers and both new and returning students. Ensuring that they are registered will guarantee the provision of essential school materials upon their arrival.
Schools that have reached their maximum capacity in terms of facilities will implement a shifting system temporarily while additional buildings are provided to meet the increasing demand.
In the coming year, the State Government will cover the examination fees for all SS3 students, enabling them to write both WAEC and NECO examinations. Exceptional students will be eligible for sponsorship and scholarships.
Also, adult learners seeking new enrollment should be directed to the various Mass Education Centers, ensuring accessibility to education for all”
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