Anambra Sacks Eight Security Operatives Over Assault On Corps Member, Orders Prosecution The Anambra State Government has dismissed eight operatives of the Agunechemba security outfit after they were caught assaulting a female corps member in a viral video. Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s Special Adviser on Community Security, Ken Emeakayi, announced the decision in Awka, stressing that the operatives would also be handed over to the police for prosecution. He described their actions as outside the outfit’s mandate and “utterly condemnable.” The state government vowed to uphold professionalism, accountability, and respect for human rights in all security engagements, warning that any officer found guilty of misconduct will face immediate dismissal. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and the victim’s lawyer, Cyrus Onu, have demanded both prosecution and compensation, accusing the operatives of brutality and threatening the corps member. #Anambra #SecurityReform #HumanRights #CorpsMember

News Brief: Anambra Corps Member Assault A lawyer representing assaulted NYSC member, Jennifer Elobor, has alleged that local security operatives in Anambra State threatened to rape and kill her during the attack. Cyrus Onu, the victim’s lawyer, said the operatives of Operation Udo Ga-Achi (Agunechemba Vigilante Group) stormed the corps members’ apartment in Oba community, accused them of being internet fraudsters, and violently dragged Elobor outside. Onu revealed that when Elobor insisted they contact her Local Government Inspector before leaving with the operatives, she was beaten and threatened. The attackers reportedly told her: “We’ll rape you, kill you, and dump you, and nobody can say anything.” The incident, captured in a viral video, showed the operatives beating Elobor and tearing her clothes. The Anambra State Government has since confirmed that the culprits were arrested and suspended, pending further disciplinary action. However, Onu dismissed government claims that investigations were stalled due to the victim’s lack of cooperation, insisting the authorities were reluctant to prosecute. He said his clients have filed a petition demanding prosecution and compensatory damages against the perpetrators. #Anambra #CorpsMember #NYSC #HumanRights #EndPoliceBrutality

💰 FG Begins Payment of ₦44,000 Minimum Wage Arrears to Former NYSC Members The Federal Government has officially commenced the disbursement of ₦44,000 minimum wage arrears to former members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). This payment is part of efforts to settle outstanding obligations following the adjustment of the national minimum wage. Ex-corps members who served during the period affected by the wage increment are now receiving their due compensation — a long-awaited move that has been widely applauded across social media. ⸻ #NYSCArrears #FGPayments #MinimumWageUpdate #CorpsMembers

NYSC Commences Payment of ₦77,000 Arrears to Corps Members The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has initiated the disbursement of ₦77,000 arrears to corps members, fulfilling the Federal Government’s commitment to align their allowances with the new minimum wage.  Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, Director-General of NYSC, confirmed that the payment process has begun for both current and recently discharged corps members. This follows the government’s approval to increase the monthly allowance from ₦33,000 to ₦77,000, as stipulated by the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024.   While the commencement of payments marks a significant milestone, some former corps members have raised concerns about delays in receiving their arrears. The NYSC assures all eligible individuals that efforts are underway to ensure prompt and complete disbursement.  This development is a positive step towards improving the welfare of corps members, enabling them to better transition into post-service life and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s growth. #NYSCArrears #CorpsMembersAllowance #MinimumWageUpdate #YouthEmpowerment