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 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 […]
Court Rules In Favour Of Female Corps Members, Approves Skirt Option For NYSC
A Federal High Court in Abuja has made a big decision that supports female NYSC members who want to wear skirts instead of trousers because of their religion. The court ruled that the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) must allow skirts if a corps member’s faith does not permit trousers. Justice Hauwa Yilwa gave this […]
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 […]
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 […]
Shehu Sani Calls for N100,000 Allowance for Female NYSC Members
Former Senator Shehu Sani has made headlines with his call for the federal government to raise the monthly allowance for female National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members to N100,000. This plea comes in response to the government’s recent announcement that the allowance for all corps members will increase to N77,000. Sani’s remarks highlight the ongoing […]