The Taraba State Government under Governor Agbu Kefas’ leadership, has approved N75,000 as Medical and Housing allowance for all National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, members posted to Schools in the State,
This was contained in a Press statement by the State Commissioner for Information and Reorientation, Zainab Usman.
The statement reads in part: “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:
“An additional ten thousand naira will be added to their monthly allowance. A one-time payment of fifty thousand naira as medical allowance. An accommodation allowance of twenty-five thousand naira per term, totaling seventy-five thousand naira for three terms.”
All exceptional Corps members “who distinguish themselves while serving in Schools, will be offered automatic employment opportunities”, the statement added.
The Commissioner also said that other measures are being introduced, to ensure transparency in the enrollment and teaching process in the State.
According to him, the surge in new enrollments witnessed in both Primary and Secondary Schools over the past 10 working days, has necessitated immediate action.
The statement noted: “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.
“Uniforms, shoes, socks, and books will be made available by January, to support Students in their pursuit of education, while 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.
“Adult learners seeking new enrollment should be directed to the various Mass Education Centres, ensuring accessibility to education for all.
“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.”
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