Complete budget planner with federal allowance (₦77,000), state allowances, and PPA stipends for all Nigerian states.
💰 Updated for 2025: Federal allowance is ₦77,000/month. Adamawa pays highest state allowance (₦30,000), followed by Akwa Ibom & Enugu (₦20,000 each)!
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Tip: Banks, telecoms, and oil companies typically pay ₦50,000-₦100,000 monthly stipends
Federal Allowance: ₦77,000
State Allowance: ₦0
PPA Stipend: ₦0
Total: ₦77,000/month
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Compare monthly allowances across all Nigerian states. All corps members receive ₦77,000 federal allowance plus any applicable state allowances below.
| State | State Allowance | Total Monthly Income | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adamawa🏆 | ₦30,000 | ₦107,000 | High |
| Akwa Ibom🏆 | ₦20,000 | ₦97,000 | High |
| Enugu🏆 | ₦20,000 | ₦97,000 | High |
| Benue | ₦15,000 | ₦92,000 | High |
| Lagos | ₦15,000 | ₦92,000 | High |
| Oyo | ₦15,000 | ₦92,000 | High |
| Rivers | ₦15,000 | ₦92,000 | High |
| Bayelsa | ₦10,000 | ₦87,000 | Medium |
| Ondo | ₦10,000 | ₦87,000 | Medium |
| Anambra | ₦8,000 | ₦85,000 | Medium |
| Niger | ₦6,000 | ₦83,000 | Medium |
| Taraba | ₦6,000 | ₦83,000 | Medium |
| Delta | ₦5,000 | ₦82,000 | Medium |
| Jigawa | ₦5,000 | ₦82,000 | Medium |
| Nasarawa | ₦5,000 | ₦82,000 | Medium |
| Osun | ₦5,000 | ₦82,000 | Medium |
| Sokoto | ₦5,000 | ₦82,000 | Medium |
| Cross River | ₦3,000 | ₦80,000 | Basic |
| Zamfara | ₦3,000 | ₦80,000 | Basic |
| Yobe | ₦2,500 | ₦79,500 | Basic |
| Kebbi | ₦2,000 | ₦79,000 | Basic |
| Abia | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Bauchi | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Borno | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Ebonyi | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Edo | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Ekiti | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| FCT (Abuja) | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Gombe | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Imo | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Kaduna | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Kano | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Katsina | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Kogi | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Kwara | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Ogun | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
| Plateau | ₦0 | ₦77,000 | Basic |
Legend: 🏆 Top 3 highest allowances | High: ₦15,000+ | Medium: ₦5,000-₦14,999 | Basic: Federal only
Note: Allowance amounts may vary based on state finances and are subject to change. Always verify with current serving corps members.
The federal NYSC monthly allowance for 2025 is NGN 77,000 for all corps members across Nigeria. This is paid by the federal government to all serving corps members regardless of their state of deployment.
Adamawa State pays the highest additional allowance of NGN 30,000 monthly. Other high-paying states include Akwa Ibom and Enugu (NGN 20,000 each), followed by Benue, Lagos, Oyo, and Rivers (NGN 15,000 each). These are paid on top of the federal allowance.
PPA stipends vary widely depending on the organization. Government agencies typically don't pay stipends, while private companies can pay anywhere from NGN 10,000 to NGN 100,000 monthly. Banks, telecoms, and oil companies often pay the highest PPA stipends.
Average monthly expenses range from NGN 45,000-60,000 in low-cost states to NGN 80,000-120,000 in expensive states like Lagos and Abuja. Major expenses include rent (NGN 15,000-40,000), food (NGN 15,000-25,000), and transportation (NGN 5,000-15,000).
Key money-saving tips include: sharing accommodation with other corps members, cooking meals at home, using public transport, buying items in bulk, avoiding unnecessary entertainment expenses, and setting up automatic savings of 15-20% of total income.
NYSC federal allowances are typically paid between the 25th-30th of each month. State allowances have varying payment schedules, with some states paying monthly while others may have delays. Always check with your state NYSC office for specific payment dates.
Yes, corps members can engage in legitimate part-time work during weekends and after PPA hours, as long as it doesn't interfere with their primary assignment. Popular options include tutoring, freelancing, online businesses, and weekend jobs.
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₦77,000
Federal Allowance
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