Ogun takes over prosecution, counters claims in NYSC official’s case
The Ogun State Government has taken over the prosecution of a case involving an official of the National Youth Service Corps. The state authorities also moved to counter claims and narratives surrounding the matter. Officials explained that the decision was taken to ensure proper legal handling and transparency. They stressed that the case would be […]
NYSC confirms death of corps member in Ogun
The National Youth Service Corps has confirmed the death of a corps member in Abeokuta. The incident has raised serious concerns, with a staff member of the scheme already taken into custody over alleged involvement. The announcement was made by Caroline Embu, who stated that the matter is currently under investigation by relevant security agencies. […]
NYSC opens portal for prospective corps members’ registration March 12
The National Youth Service Corps has announced that its online portal for prospective corps members will open from March 12 to March 18, 2026. The information was shared through an official notice on the scheme’s social media platforms. According to the agency, only graduates whose names appear on the approved Senate or Academic Board lists […]
NITDA to states: Act now or miss 95% digital literacy goal
The Director-General of National Information Technology Development Agency, Kashifu Inuwa, has urged state governments to act fast or risk missing Nigeria’s 95% digital literacy target by 2030. Speaking at the South-South Regional ICT Stakeholders Forum, he said real success depends on how states implement national digital policies. He stressed that policies must translate into measurable […]
Court Dismisses Application Seeking Tunji-ojo’s NYSC Record
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed an application seeking to compel the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to release details of the discharge certificate of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The request was brought before the court under the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act. Delivering the ruling, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik held that […]
Tinubu Approves Recruitment Of 50 Doctors, 100 Nurses For Correctional Centres
President Bola Tinubu has approved the hiring of 50 doctors and 100 nurses to improve healthcare in Nigerian correctional centres. This decision will help address the medical needs of prisoners across the country, according to a report by News360 Nigeria. The approval was announced by Babatunde Alao, the spokesperson for the Minister of Interior, Hon. […]