The 10 Best States for NYSC and How Much Corpers Get Paid

The 10 Best States for NYSC and How Much Corpers Get Paid – In this article, I have listed the ten best states in Nigeria to serve as a corper after carefully considering factors such as stability, cost of living, which includes transportation and housing costs, salaries, and standard of living.

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The Top 10 States for NYSC
If you’re looking for the best state to serve in for NYSC, here’s a list of the best states in Nigeria for Corpers, as well as how much they cost.

10. Abuja
Abuja has the highest cost of living of all the states with a high cost of living.

Forget about Lekki and Banana Island; Abuja is the main attraction. But don’t get it twisted: Abuja has one of the country’s cheapest food markets. It’s very likely that the yam you recently consumed originated in Abuja.

If you’re from a middle-class family, Abuja has a decent standard of living and good protection, so you should be fine.

Abuja does not pay corp members, but you are unlikely to work for a company that does.

9. Cross River
Cross River, also known as the country’s paradise state, was once Nigeria’s capital and the country’s most beautiful state.

Calabar welcomes you with delectable cuisine, a rich culture, and a comfortable lifestyle. Calabar has a low cost of living despite the high standard of living in the state.

Affordable transportation, low-cost food, nice highways, and reasonable lodging costs, among other things. The state’s protection is reasonably well.

Those who take marine-related courses in school are more likely to be assigned to a marine company, increasing their chances of finding work.

The state government of Cross River pays a monthly stipend of 3,000 dollars to corp members.

8. Enugu State
Enugu state government pays 1,000 monthly to Corp members working in the state’s urban areas and 4,000 monthly to corpers serving in the state’s rural areas.

Enugu is a fully functional state. It doesn’t have any negative characteristics that I’m aware of.

Food is inexpensive, transportation is reasonable, and protection is adequate. Water is, however, one of the issues that residents of Enugu face.

Because of the mountainous terrain, drilling a borehole is always difficult, making water access difficult. It’s worth noting that this isn’t the case in every part of the state.

7. Niger State
For NYSC, there are safe states in the north.
Niger, unlike other northern nations, does not strictly enforce sharia law. Niger state has more Christians than any other Northern state. Because of the presence of the Kanji dam in the province, Niger state has more energy than any other state in Nigeria.

It is, without a doubt, the most “stable” state in the north. In general, feeding and housing in the north are inexpensive, and Niger is no exception.

Niger is deserving of inclusion on this list not only because the state government pays, but also because it is an ordinary place to serve; Niger is not unique, but it is not a bad place.

Niger state is the place to go if you want to serve and get out without any drama. The government of Niger pays you a lump sum of 60,000 NGN at the end of your service year, and you’ll most likely be assigned to a school.

6. Rivers State
The first place that comes to mind when you hear Rivers state is Port Harcourt, but there are several other excellent local governments where you might spend your service year outside of Port Harcourt. Obia-Okpor LGA is located in the heart of Port Harcourt.

This is Nigeria’s richest LGA and one of Africa’s wealthiest (Google it). Being wealthy, on the other hand, brings privilege, and class comes at a cost. As a result, it’s no surprise that Port Harcourt has one of Nigeria’s highest living costs.

For several years now, the government of Rivers state stopped paying corp members for a reason best known to them.

5. Ogun State
Ogun state doesn’t pay corpers, but there are several companies and several job opportunities for corpers. (Note, if you go for service early in the year, you may get posted to companies rather than schools).

The capital city of Ogun State, Abeokuta, as well as most areas in Ogun state, has several beautiful houses at affordable rates, transport fare is well within reasonable prices, and security is decent.

Remember, Ogun state is home to the largest farm in Nigeria (Otta farm) and has several other large mechanized farms.

I’m sure you’ve gotten the hint: Food is incredibly cheap. But as I mentioned earlier, Ogun state doesn’t pay corpers.

4. Akwa Ibom State
Akwa Ibom state government is the only state that pays corps members after their orientation course.

Immediately after camp, corpers get paid, and according to the government, it’s to help them go to their various PPAs before their service year officially begins.

Have you heard of any security problem in Akwa Ibom? Neither have I. Akwa Ibom is as safe as a safe house. Also, feeding is very cheap in all parts of Akwa Ibom.

3. Kano State
Kano is one of the major cities and a major commercial hub in Nigeria. At a time Kano state was the most populous state in Nigeria, although the Boko Haram crisis might have contributed to it losing that title to Lagos state.

Regarding the cost of living, the cost of living in Kano is quite affordable, yet the standard is high, which makes it a major attraction to people from other regions.

Kano has more industries than any other state in Northern Nigeria, which provides job opportunities for both corps members and those who choose to remain after their service year.

Lastly, Kano state pays corps members ₦5,000 mothly, which makes it the best northern state for NYSC.

2. The state of Anambra 
Anambra is ranked second on a list, owing to the fact that it is one of the highest-paying states for NYSC.

The government of Anambra pays corp members 9,000 naira, which is higher than all other states except Lagos.

That’s right, you read that correctly. The state is home to potentially the largest market in West Africa, and some say that Onitsha (though not the capital) has more money than any other Nigerian region.

Food is inexpensive; lodging is reasonable; transportation is inexpensive; practically anything in Anambra is inexpensive.

In terms of work prospects, Awka offers more technical positions than any other town in Anambra.

1. Lagos state is a state in Nigeria.
Lagos is Nigeria’s commercial capital, but lodging in Lagos isn’t easy. A corps member stationed in Lagos will face significant housing, transportation, and food costs.

Lagos, on the other hand, has slightly more work prospects than the majority of Nigerian states, making it a big draw for corps members.

Lagos is one of the safest cities in Nigeria for a Corp member in terms of protection.

Despite the fact that petty crimes such as pickpocketing are common in crowded areas in Lagos, Corp members posted there need not be concerned about kidnappings, bombings, or any other major security concerns.

Finally, the state government pays N10,000 a month to corps members in ministries, while N5,000 is paid to corps members in local government offices.

At their primary assignment in Lagos, a Corp member receives an average of N30,000 per month.

For most corps members, Lagos is the best state in Nigeria for NYSC; however, it is overly competitive, and getting posted to Lagos is more of a matter of luck than preference.

Other states that compensate corp members are:
At the end of your service year, Ekiti state will pay you N60,000 (5,000 monthly)

3,000 monthly in Bayelsa state

State of Kebbi = 24,000 dollars at the end of your service year (2,000 dollars per month)

5,000 monthly in Taraba state

2,000 monthly Imo state

3,000 monthly in Zamfara state

Nasarawa state = 3,000 dollars per month

Yobe state = 2,500 dollars per month

State of Borno = $1,000 per month

State of Oyo = $3,800 per month

5,000 people a month in Niger

5,000 monthly in Kaduna state

State of Bauchi = $1,250 per month

To be clear, when we talk about the monthly salary states pay corpers, we’re talking about corps members whose primary assignment is with a state government agency.

Furthermore, some private companies pay corpers and others do not. It depends on the company’s policies, but if you work for a private company, it’s always a good idea to negotiate your salary – at the very least, let them pay you enough to cover transportation costs.

 

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