The Parent-Teacher Association of Nigeria (PTA) has called on the Federal Government to reconsider the deployment of prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to states facing persistent security challenges. The association expressed deep concern over the safety of Nigerian youths posted to volatile regions, especially in light of recent incidents involving corps
Makurdi, June 19, 2025 – In response to escalating violence and insecurity in parts of Benue State, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has begun the redeployment of corps members posted to high-risk areas, citing concerns for their safety and welfare. The decision follows renewed attacks on several communities, particularly in the state’s conflict-prone zones,
Abuja, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Y.D. Ahmed, has charged corps members to serve as responsible ambassadors of the scheme and the nation at large. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream I corps members across various orientation camps nationwide,
June 13, 2025 | Katsina A total of 1,201 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members were officially sworn in for the 2025 Batch B, Stream 1 orientation course in Katsina State on Thursday. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Mani Local Government Area, with state and NYSC officials in
The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has congratulated members of the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream One on the successful completion of their mandatory one-year national service. In a goodwill message delivered to mark their official passing-out, the DG praised the Corps Members for their dedication, patriotism, and the positive impact they
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially commenced the payment of outstanding arrears to serving corps members across the country. The long-anticipated payment began today, bringing relief and excitement to many beneficiaries. According to officials, the arrears cover adjustments in allowances following recent government reviews aimed at improving the welfare of corps members. The
The Federal Government has officially increased the monthly allowance for all National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members to ₦77,000, aligning with the recently approved national minimum wage. The new pay structure, which took effect in March 2025, includes serving medical professionals such as doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, and medical laboratory scientists. This development was confirmed
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has disclosed that its Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) has touched the lives of over four million Nigerians since it was launched in 2014. Most of the beneficiaries, the agency noted, are rural residents with limited access to essential healthcare services. Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, the Director-General of
