Big News for NYSC Members As FG Revokes Posting Restrictions
Oru Leonard
The Federal Government of Nigeria has revoked all previous directives regarding posting restrictions in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). This move is aimed at tackling the high rate of youth unemployment in the country. Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, announced that the lifting of restrictions will take effect from the start date of the 2024 Batch ‘C Orientation Course.
Recall that the current NYSC posting policy, established during Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi’s tenure, limited postings to four sectors: Education, Agriculture, Health, and Infrastructure. However, this policy restricted corps members from gaining specialized training in their areas of study, hindering their preparation for the job market.
Key Directives from the Minister are:
– Lifting of all restrictions on postings
– Posting of corps members to be in line with their course of study
– Posting of corps members to select banks and other private sector organizations, including those operating in oil and gas, to commence with Abuja and Lagos.
This move confirms again, that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to addressing the rising rate of youth unemployment. He expects the Ministry of Youth Development and its affiliated agencies to take the lead in resolving this issue. This policy change aligns with the President’s vision for government ministries, agencies, and parastatals to operate in harmony.
This move is a significant step towards empowering NYSC members with cognate experience and enhancing their employability. What are your thoughts on this policy change?
