Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has approved the absorption of 353 ad-hoc health workers into the state civil service, while also introducing a ₦30,000 monthly stipend for every NYSC member deployed to the state to support youth welfare.
In a major boost to primary healthcare delivery, the Ebonyi State Government has formally approved the absorption of 353 ad-hoc Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) and skilled birth attendants into the state civil service.
The development was announced by the Chairman of the Ebonyi State Civil Service Commission, Virginia Okemini Oketa, while addressing the health workers.
The beneficiaries were previously engaged under the IMPACT Project and deployed to public health facilities across the state.
Meanwhile, the Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has approved a N30,000 monthly state stipend for every National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member deployed to the state, in a major boost to youth welfare.
The development was announced on Friday during the official swearing-in ceremony of the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream II corps members at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Afikpo.
Delivering the address on behalf of the Governor, the Commissioner for Youth Development and Sports, Chidiebere Onyia, reassured the incoming corps members of the administration’s steadfast commitment to their security and well-being.
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State.
He described Ebonyi as a hospitable, peaceful, and opportunity-rich state, urging the corps members to leverage the service year for personal development, cross-cultural integration, and community building.
”This administration remains committed to supporting your growth, welfare, and safety,” Onyia stated, encouraging the corps members to contribute meaningfully to their primary assignments across the state.
While commending the Ebonyi State Government for its sustained partnership and investment in youth development, the NYSC State Coordinator, Malgwi Pat Maidariya, highlighted critical infrastructure needs at the orientation facility (located at Old MacGregor College, Afikpo).
Maidariya appealed for state intervention in key physical upgrades, including: Modernization of the central camp kitchen and construction of a standard dining facility.
Establishment of a fully equipped Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) Centre. Structural perimeter fence renovation and facility upgrades inside the multi-purpose hall.
Addressing the corps members, Maidariya emphasised the imperative of discipline, active participation in camp programs, and adherence to the foundational values of patriotism, integrity, and selfless service.
She further extended appreciation to camp officials, resource personnel, and collaborating security agencies for maintaining order and operational efficiency throughout the orientation period.
The swearing-in ceremony featured several key proceedings: formal signing and taking of the Oath of Allegiance by the newly matriculated corps members, tactical drills presented by the Man ‘O’ War unit alongside traditional ceremonial performances, and official walkthrough and evaluation of infrastructure development projects within the camp grounds.
