By Miriam Humbe The Assistant Secretary General for Youth Affairs, and Head of the United Nations Youth Office, Felipe Paullier, has described the National Youth Service Corps as a critical agent of Nigeria’s youth development. Caroline Embu Director, Information and Public Relations in the NYSC disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The Head of the UN Youth Affairs stated this at the flag-off of the NYSC’s Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) held at Kabusa community of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Dr Paullier, who was on an official visit to the country, said his coming to Nigeria…
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The Management of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has released a schedule of major activities for 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream II Orientation Course. The 21-day exercise will hold in all 36 states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory simultaneously. The Orientation Course will commence with reception and registration of Prospective Corps Members on Wednesday, 22nd April 2026, and end at midnight of Friday, 24th April, 2026. Prospective Corps Members mobilized for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream II service year will be sworn-in on Friday, 24th April, 2026. Meanwhile, the Orientation Course will come to an end on Tuesday,…
By Miriam Humbe The pioneer Chief Executive of the National Youth Service Corps, Colonel Ahmadu Ali (Rtd), has said that the Scheme has come to stay. Caroline Embu, the NYSC’s Director, Information and Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. Ali made the assertion while interacting with the incumbent Director-General of the NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, when the later visited him at his Abuja home. Ahmadu Ali said that through its programmes, services, and positive nationwide visibility, in over five decades, the NYSC had continued to endear itself to the Nigerian people and advance cause for…
By Dooyum Naadzenga The Nongov community in Makurdi has unanimously thrown its full support behind Dr. Iorwakwagh Apera as the preferred candidate for the Makurdi/Guma House of Representatives seat in the 2027 general elections. The decision was announced yesterday at the residence of community leader Chief Ayôôsu Bem in Makurdi, where representatives of the four Nongov clans—Saghev, Nzorov, Kaambe, and Abinsi—converged to give their blessings to “their son” and to solidify his political destiny. Dr. Apera, a seasoned development expert with a track record of delivering large‑scale national and international sustainable community projects, pledged effective and result‑oriented representation for the…
…Promises Accelerated Infrastructural Development By Dooyum Naadzenga The Governor of Benue State, His Excellency Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has pledged renewed vigor in delivering transformative development that will inspire generations, throughout his tenure. He made this commitment during a Holy Mass and thanksgiving service at St. Martha’s Catholic Church, Anongo, Mbajor in Vandeikya Local Government Area (LGA). The event, organized in his honor by Onov Mbera Worldwide—a support group of progressive men and women backing the governor—drew widespread acclaim. Gov. Alia emphasized that his administration remains people-centered, crediting the electorate for his mandate. “I was elected to serve…
Easter offers a profound reminder of sacrifice, renewal, hope, and love – virtues that lie at the heart of the National Youth Service Corps. As we celebrate this sacred season, I encourage you to reflect these enduring values in your daily conduct and interactions as proud members of the NYSC family. Let us continue to stand firm in our commitment to national unity, selfless service, and mutual respect, drawing strength from our diversity. Through our collective resolve and shared sense of purpose, we can further advance the cause of a more peaceful, united, and prosperous Nigeria. May the spirit of…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede has urged Nigerians to wholeheartedly embrace and take ownership of the fight against terrorists to ensure a safe society. In his Easter message, the CDS encouraged all personnel of the Armed Forces to remain united, vigilant and steadfast in the discharge of their constitutional responsibilities. General Oluyede said that Easter was a sacred season that symbolised sacrifice, courage, hope and the triumph of good over evil, which are values that resonate deeply with the calling and responsibilities of the military profession. Here’s A Full Text Of The CDS Message:…
By Miriam Humbe In a proactive move to prevent further escalation of the ongoing crisis in Jos North, troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE, initiated a comprehensive stop-and-search exercise across the Jos metropolis on Friday. Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE disclosed this in a statement signed on Saturday. Operation Enduring Peace said that the move was a strategic intervention and part of a broader mandate to restore absolute normalcy and ensure the safety of lives and property within the State. The heightened security presence yielded immediate results as troops successfully intercepted and…
The attention of 8 Division Nigerian Army and Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, has been drawn to a misleading social media post circulating on Facebook, which falsely reported an armed attack on the residence of His Lordship, Bishop Matthew Kukah, the Bishop of the Sokoto Catholic Diocese and the Sokoto Catholic Cathedral. We categorically debunk these unfounded claims as there was no such attack in Sokoto State. The safety and security of Bishop Matthew Kukah and the Sokoto Catholic Cathedral remain intact. Bishop Kukah is currently fullfilling his Easter duties without any disruption. The Division, in collaboration with other security…
The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 5 Headquarters, Benin City, covering Delta and Edo States, AIG Salman-Dogo Garba, extends warm Easter greetings to the good people of Delta and Edo States as they join Christians across the country and the world in celebrating this joyous occasion. The AIG urges all residents to embrace the virtues of love, sacrifice, peace, and unity which the Easter season symbolizes. He further calls on citizens to use this period for reflection, tolerance, and harmonious coexistence in their various communities. In line with the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, and the directives of the…
By Miriam Humbe In a significant breakthrough aimed at restoring the desired peace in Plateau State, troops of Joint Task Force, Operation ENDURING PEACE achieved remarkable success in the late hours of Thursday during a targeted operation at Dutse Uku in Jos North Local Government Area. Media Officer, Joint Task Force, Operation ENDURING PEACE, Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh disclosed this in a statement. At approximately 11:45 pm, vigilant troops responding to a distress call on sporadic shooting at Dutse Uku general area intercepted and apprehended 2 individuals masquerading as security operatives. These impostors, dressed in tactical black uniforms, were caught…
By Miriam Humbe In a swift and decisive move to contain the escalating security situation in parts of Plateau State, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, NAM, has approved the immediate deployment of additional troops to strengthen ongoing operations under Operation ENDURING PEACE. Media Officer, Joint Task Force, Operation ENDURING PEACE, Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh disclosed this in a statement. The reinforcement is aimed at supporting troops already on ground in de-escalating tensions and restoring law and order across affected areas of the State. While addressing troops at the Headquarters Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE…