The Federal Government has approved an increase in the NYSC feeding budget, with implementation expected in 2027, DG Olakunle Nafiu says
NYSC Feeding Budget Gets Federal Government Boost, New Funding Expected in 2027
By Newsheadline247
The Federal Government has approved an increase in the budget for feeding National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members during their orientation course, with implementation expected to begin in 2027, the scheme’s Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has said.
Nafiu disclosed this while addressing members of the 2026 Batch C Stream One at the Cross River State NYSC Orientation Camp in Obubra.
He said the Budget Office had been informed of the upward adjustment, adding that the new funding arrangement was expected to take effect next year.
The announcement comes amid ongoing discussions about the welfare of corps members participating in the national service scheme, particularly their living conditions during the mandatory orientation exercise.
Nafiu urged corps members to manage their finances responsibly, avoid extravagant spending and develop disciplined savings habits.
He commended Nigerian youths for their resilience and commitment to national service, while advising them to take personal safety seriously, especially when travelling.
The NYSC chief warned corps members against embarking on journeys after 6pm, advising them to suspend their trips and continue the following day where necessary.
He also cautioned them against sleeping in public places or gathering in groups at filling stations while travelling, saying such practices could expose them to security risks.
“Refrain from resting in public places and avoid sleeping in groups at filling stations, as this makes you easily identifiable.
“Proceed to military installations, police stations or DSS offices, and contact the NYSC hotline,” he advised.
Nafiu also pledged to intensify engagement with relevant stakeholders to improve infrastructure at the Obubra orientation camp, including efforts to establish new facilities and rehabilitate existing ones.
He urged corps members to look beyond their service certificates by acquiring practical skills that could improve their employment prospects and provide opportunities for self-reliance after completing the programme.
“Acquire skills in fields that will benefit you, such as cosmetology, traditional hairstyling techniques and similar disciplines,” he said.
The Director-General’s visit also featured a presentation on the state of facilities at the camp by the NYSC Cross River State Coordinator, Mrs Adejoke Oyenuga.
Oyenuga described the visit as a demonstration of Nafiu’s commitment to the welfare of corps members.
She disclosed that 1,064 corps members had registered at the camp and said they had successfully adapted to the structured orientation environment.
The proposed increase in feeding funds is expected to support the provision of meals during orientation, although the precise amount of the adjustment and the revised feeding allocation were not disclosed in the announcement.
Further details on the implementation timetable and the funding provisions are expected to clarify how the adjustment will affect the daily welfare of corps members attending orientation camps nationwide.
