The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Dr Maryam Isma’il Keshinro, has affirmed her readiness to canvass the partnership of international organisations for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to enable it record more achievements. Keshinro stated this when she led some Management staff of the Ministry on a familiarization visit to the NYSC […]
My mentee, Obed, reached out to me over the week, panicking that his brother, who left Kaduna at 8 am to resume at the NYSC camp in Taraba, had yet to arrive at his destination at midnight. He wasn’t picking up his calls nor responding to his messages either. Those were harrowing hours for Obed […]
The House of Representatives Committee on Electoral Matters has directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately pay outstanding insurance benefits for Corps members injured or killed during the 2023 general elections. The committee issued the directive after the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) revealed that insurance claims due to affected Corps members under […]
A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member serving in Abuja has taken maternal health advocacy to the grassroots, calling on families to play a stronger role in supporting women during pregnancy. Halimat Jimoh, a trained midwife, is driving this effort through her MamaSafe Initiative, which recently reached at least 50 expectant mothers at a Primary […]
The Federal Government has declared that compliance with the Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD) is now compulsory for mobilisation into, or exemption from, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The directive, effective from October 6, was contained in a circular from the office of the secretary to the government of the federation, George Akume. […]
The Zamfara State Governor, Dr. Dauda Lawal, has described the NYSC as one of the strongest instruments for promoting national unity, patriotism, and development. The Governor made the remark on today, Friday during the Swearing-In Ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Corps Members held at the NYSC Temporary Orientation Camp, Universal Basic Education […]
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN) have moved to partner to provide capacity-building opportunities for Corps Members, with a focus on digital content creation, story writing, mentorship, and other creative industry skills. This was revealed during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Directors Guild to the […]
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has strongly condemned the assault on a female Corps member, Edema Elohor Jennifer, in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State, by operatives of a local vigilante group. In an official statement issued by the NYSC Management, the organisation described the attack as “ridiculous,” and affirmed that […]
Corps members have been advised to be diligent in their respective places of primary assignment after their orientation course. The Director General of National Youth Service Corps(NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu said their diligence, selfless service, perseverance and loyalty to the Scheme should be reflected in their conduct as good ambassadors of the Scheme throughout […]
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has dismissed claims on social media that a corps member, Ushie Rita Uguamaye, was denied her Certificate of National Service because of critical remarks she allegedly made about the government. In a statement signed by Caroline Embu, acting director of information and public relations, the scheme described the allegation […]
The Federal Government has introduced YouthCred, a national consumer credit scheme for Nigerians aged 18 to 39. This also include members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), to expand credit access and boost financial literacy. This was made known in a statement by the National Orientation Agency on its official X page on Friday. […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Director General of National Youth Service Corps NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has warned Corps Members against abandoning their national service in order to travel abroad. Brigadier General Nafiu, gave the warning while addressing the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream Two Corps Members at NYSC Osun State Orientation Camp in Ede, Oyo […]
BY KEHINDE AKINPELU Corps Members at the Gombe State NYSC orientation camp have raised alarm over what they described as unsafe and degrading living conditions, calling for urgent intervention from authorities. The camp, according to participants, has become nearly uninhabitable following days of rainfall that flooded several hostels and damaged personal belongings. Many of the […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Director General of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has appealed for more support to enhance Corps Members’ financial education, mentorship, technical skills and grants, which would enable them fulfil their dreams of becoming entrepreneurs. This was contained in his keynote address at a meeting of the Scheme’s […]
By Samuel Luka The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig:-Gen Olakunle Nafiu has advised all corps members passing out of the service year in the country to explore the unlimited opportunities in Nigeria to improve their living conditions. The DG gave the advice in Bauchi, during the distribution of certificates of […]
By Agency Report Members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), have been advised to embrace entrepreneurship, plan for their future and avoid relying on others for success. This administration was given by the Director-General of the Corps, Brigadier General Olakunle Akinyemi Nafiu. He gave this charge during his visits to the Benue State Orientation […]
By Kingsley Chukwuka Despite the security challenges bedeviling Benue State, Governor Hyacinth Alia, has assured the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), members that are safe in the State. Recall that the State has in recent times come under severe attacks by suspected herdsmen, leaving many dead. Passengers who are also travelling within the State axis […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has announced that Corps Members will start receiving a new monthly allowance of ₦77,000, beginning in March 2025. He said the Scheme and Federal Government are responsive to their welfare and would continue to ensure that their well-being […]
…pledges transparent leadership, job creation By Ukpono Ukpong The newly appointed Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has pledged to reposition the Scheme for excellence while prioritizing the welfare of Corps Members and staff. He assured that his leadership would be marked by transparency, innovation, and a strong […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The National Youth Service Corps NYSC, has said it would soon extend its ongoing digital training for Corps Members and other youths across the six geo-political zones of the country. The Director General of NYSC, Brigadier General Yusha’u Ahmed disclosed this yesterday during the ground-breaking ceremony of an ICT Hub, within the […]