NYSC sanctions 32 corps members, as 29 abscond in Osun
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Osun State has sanctioned 32 corps members following various infractions during their service year. In addition, 29 corps members were reported to have absconded from the scheme without proper clearance, prompting disciplinary action. According to NYSC officials, the sanctions were imposed to uphold discipline and ensure compliance with […]
Use service year to build capacity, Fubara urges corps members
The Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has advised members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to use their service year as an opportunity to develop skills and build capacity that will help them contribute meaningfully to national growth. Fubara gave this charge while addressing corps members during their orientation program in Rivers […]
Under the sun or in the rain- serving Corps members in the FCT live up to the NYSC anthem as they file out to greet the NYSC DG while it rained this morning (video)
This morning in Abuja, despite the heavy rainfall, corps members came out in large numbers to welcome the Director-General (DG) of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Their actions reminded everyone of the NYSC anthem that speaks of serving “under the sun and in the rain.” Even though the weather was bad, the corps members […]
NYSC members safe in Benue – Gov Alia
Governor Hyacinth Alia has promised that members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) posted to Benue State will be safe during their service year. Speaking at the closing event for the 2025 Batch A Stream II NYSC orientation camp in Wannune, Tarka Local Government Area, the governor assured the corpers that the state government […]
FG constitutes committee for NYSC overhaul
The Federal Government has formed a new committee to reform the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). This committee will look closely at how the NYSC works and suggest ways to improve it so that it better supports Nigeria’s growth and development. This update came from a press release by Omolara Esan, the Director of Public […]
Corps members to receive N77,000 monthly allowance from February – NYSC DG
The head of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, has announced that corps members will start receiving a new monthly payment of N77,000 from February 2025. Speaking to the 2024 Batch ‘C’ Stream II corps members in Katsina State, Ahmed shared the news about the allowance increase. He explained that the […]
NYSC extends service year for 39 corps members in Osun
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Osun State has extended the service year for 39 corps members from the 2024 Batch A Stream 1. This announcement was made during the passing-out ceremony held on Thursday in Osogbo. The Osun State NYSC Coordinator, Agbor Ndoma Obim, revealed that 2,252 corps members successfully completed their service […]
Stop relocating to your communities – NYSC tells corps members
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has called on corps members to stop relocating back to their hometowns during their service year. Instead, they are encouraged to settle into their host communities and make the most of their time there. The NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Yusha’u Ahmad, shared this message during a visit to the […]
Officers Identified and Under Interrogation Following Allegations of Harassment and N1M Extortion from Corps Members
Recently, a troubling incident involving police officers in Lagos has come to light, raising serious concerns about misconduct and accountability within the force. The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that they are investigating allegations against several officers who were seen in a viral video allegedly harassing and extorting corps members. The incident took place […]
Federal Government Increases NYSC Members’ Allowance from N33,000 to N77,000
The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a significant step to increase the monthly allowance of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members. From July 2024, corps members will receive N77,000 each month, a substantial rise from the previous allowance of N33,000. This change was officially announced on September 25, 2024, through a statement on the […]