The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has dismissed as false a viral report alleging that the scheme operates a “ransom clause” and exposes corps members to banditry.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the NYSC, through its Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu, described the claim as misleading and entirely fictitious, stressing that no such provision exists in its Act, bye-laws, or official publications.
The scheme also clarified that a widely referenced case involving Musa Abba had been wrongly linked to its operations, noting that the individual is not a serving corps member, having completed national service in 2023.
Addressing safety concerns, the NYSC said it continues to work closely with security agencies to protect corps members across the country. It noted that those posted to high-risk areas are provided with necessary security arrangements, including military escorts where required.
The scheme added that orientation camps in some states have been relocated to safer locations to ensure the safety of corps members and officials.
Reaffirming its commitment, the NYSC stated that it places a high priority on the welfare and well-being of participants. It also noted that all corps members are covered under a life insurance policy and enrolled in the national health insurance programme.
The agency urged the public to disregard misinformation, warning that the spread of false reports could create unnecessary fear and undermine trust in national institutions.
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