Tinubu Gives Automatic Jobs, N250k , Scholarships, To 200 NYSC Honourees

President Bola Tinubu has approved the immediate employment of 200 recipients of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) President’s Honours Award into the federal civil service, alongside a ₦250,000 cash award and postgraduate scholarships for each beneficiary.

The President also announced automatic employment for 10 physically challenged ex-corps members who sustained injuries in the line of duty, describing them as heroes whose sacrifices will never be forgotten.

Speaking through the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, at the combined 2020–2023 NYSC President’s Honours Award ceremony held in Abuja, President Tinubu stated that the gesture was a demonstration of the government’s commitment to youth development and national service.

He commended the awardees for their patriotism, discipline, selflessness, and exemplary service, noting that their sacrifices were vital to the country’s social cohesion and long-term prosperity.

“The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation and the Federal Civil Service Commission have been directed to immediately commence the employment process,” he said.

“In appreciation of their service to the nation, all honorees will receive ₦250,000. Each award recipient will also be granted a scholarship to pursue postgraduate programmes up to PhD level in any university in the country,” Tinubu announced.