Governor Alex Otti has directed the immediate resolution of delays affecting the payment of enhanced allowances approved for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in Abia State.
The directive was issued on Tuesday in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area, during a meeting with the newly deployed NYSC State Coordinator, Yunusa Tanimu.
Expressing dissatisfaction that the payments had yet to commence despite earlier approval, Otti instructed relevant officials to remove all administrative bottlenecks.
“I am surprised that the extra allowance that I approved has not been implemented.
“Please, can you ensure that whatever it is, is dealt with immediately?
“The last time, I was told it’s about BVN, and I’m sure I tried to solve it. So, if there is any other problem, please, can you get the Head of Service to solve it?” Otti said.
The governor noted that corps members continue to make valuable contributions to education, healthcare, and other critical sectors across the state, stressing that their welfare remains a priority of his administration.
He reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that all approved financial benefits are paid without further bureaucratic delays.
Tanimu, who was on a courtesy visit following his assumption of office, appealed for the full implementation of the approved allowance for corps members.
