Graduating students eager to don the khaki uniform for the National Youth Service Corps may need to slow down and double-check their files. A new directive now makes final year projects and theses mandatory for mobilisation into the NYSC scheme. The move follows President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval of a reform that ties the mobilisation…
What was meant to be a simple year of service has turned into a legal battle that’s catching national attention. A young corps member, Rita Uguamaye, better known as Raye, is now challenging what she calls a politically motivated punishment from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Her fight? To get her discharge certificate and…
Man, let me tell you, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program in Nigeria is no joke. It’s a mandatory one-year service that fresh graduates have to complete, and it’s a truly unique experience. But one of the most memorable parts of the whole thing? The NYSC passing out parade, or POP for short. It’s…
Are you excited about entering Nnamdi Azikiwe University, commonly known as UNIZIK?. I bet you are. Understanding the admission requirements is crucial for a start. In this guide, I will give you a comprehensive overview of UNIZIK’s admission requirements, making sure you are well-prepared to take the next steps towards your admission. Undergraduate Admission Requirements…
What is NYSC PPA? Firstly, let’s unwrap this acronym that every corps member should be familiar with – PPA stands for Place of Primary Assignment. It’s essentially where you’ll be spending the bulk of your service year after the initial camp orientation. The PPA phase is the real part of your NYSC service, the substantive…
After completing the NYSC orientation camp, you will receive your posting letter which contains important details for your service year. This letter tells you: 1) The name and address of the organization where you will work for the next 11 months – this is called your Place of Primary Assignment (PPA). 2) Your personal details…
