One of the most exciting and sometimes nerve-wracking parts of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) year is discovering where you’ll be posted for your Place of Primary Assignment (PPA). While many corps members get assigned to schools and government offices with little to no stipend beyond the federal allowance, a lucky few land roles at top organizations that pay generously.
In this post, we’ll look at 10 of the highest paying NYSC PPAs in Nigeria, based on prestige, monthly stipends, and career growth potential. If you’re hoping to enjoy your service year while earning a decent income, these are the PPAs to target.
10. FIRS – Federal Inland Revenue Service
FIRS is Nigeria’s leading tax authority, and corps members posted here enjoy a highly structured and professional work environment. With exposure to the world of taxation and finance, FIRS offers stipends that often range from ₦60,000 to ₦90,000, making it one of the best-paying government PPAs.
9. NCC – Nigerian Communications Commission
If you’re tech-inclined, NCC is a dream PPA. As the body regulating telecom operations in Nigeria, it provides corps members with valuable insight into policy, data management, and regulatory affairs. Monthly stipends fall between ₦50,000 and ₦80,000.
8. KPMG Nigeria
This is one of the most competitive PPAs to get into. KPMG, one of the “Big Four” accounting firms, offers a high-performance corporate culture and a learning-intensive environment. NYSC members here often earn between ₦70,000 and ₦100,000 per month.
7. MTN Nigeria
MTN is not just a household name in Nigeria, it’s also a top-paying employer for NYSC members. Corps members placed in departments like marketing, tech, and customer service can expect ₦70,000 to ₦100,000 per month and access to other staff perks.
6. CBN – Central Bank of Nigeria
Serving at the apex bank comes with not just prestige but also generous compensation. Corps members here usually earn ₦60,000 to ₦90,000 monthly and gain exposure to Nigeria’s financial ecosystem.
5. Dangote Group
As Africa’s largest industrial conglomerate, Dangote Group provides corps members with opportunities across sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, and engineering. Depending on the department, corps members can earn between ₦50,000 and ₦80,000.
4. Total Energies Nigeria
TotalEnergies is one of the most corps-friendly oil & gas companies in Nigeria. It offers professional training, structured mentorship, and monthly stipends in the range of ₦70,000 to ₦90,000. A great PPA for those in engineering, sciences, and business-related fields.
3. TCN – Transmission Company of Nigeria
For electrical and mechanical engineering graduates, the Transmission Company of Nigeria is a goldmine. It combines real-world experience with solid pay (₦60,000 – ₦80,000), especially for corps members working on technical projects across the country.
2. Shell Nigeria
Shell is one of the most respected names in Nigeria’s oil industry. NYSC members serving at Shell often enjoy some of the best stipends (₦80,000 – ₦100,000), structured internship programs, and career-defining experiences.
1. NNPC – Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation
Topping our list is the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation. With stipends reaching up to ₦110,000 per month, NNPC offers a prestigious environment for corps members in fields like engineering, finance, geosciences, and more. The experience and network gained here are often life-changing.
Conclusion
Landing a top-paying PPA takes more than luck—it often requires networking, strategic redeployment, and sometimes having the right contacts. But with focus and preparation, these PPAs are within reach. If you’re looking to get the most out of your NYSC year, both financially and professionally, these organizations should be on your radar.
Which PPA are you aiming for? Let us know in the comments!
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