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Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has urged members of the 2026 Batch A Stream II posted to the state including those redeployed from Lagos to approach their national service with sincerity, courage, and optimism, as he officially declared the orientation course open. The governor gave the charge during the swearing-in ceremony held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Iseyin, where a strong sense of patriotism and commitment marked the beginning of a new service year. Represented by the Director of Youth in the Ministry of Youth and Sports, Alhaja Kuburat O. Mustapha, Makinde welcomed the Corps Members to Oyo State, describing it as the Pacesetter State known for its hospitality, rich history, and vibrant cultural heritage. He congratulated the graduates on completing their academic programmes, noting that their mobilisation into the National Youth Service Corps signals a transition into greater responsibility, leadership, and service to the nation. Makinde also emp...

  The Executive Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has charged corps members to embrace purposeful service as the National Youth Service Corps held the swearing-in ceremony for the 2026 Batch 'A' Stream II at the Permanent Orientation Camp in Ikare-Akoko. The Governor, who was represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Omoyofunmi Segun Henry, described the service year as a defining phase that requires commitment, discipline and a strong sense of duty. He noted that the NYSC remains a vital platform for promoting national unity and meaningful development. He urged the corps members to make positive impact in their host communities by understanding local needs and contributing practical solutions that will create lasting value. The Governor assured them of their safety, stating that Ondo State remains peaceful through effective collaboration with security agencies. He also encouraged them to take the Skill Acquisition and Entrepren...

  The National Youth Service Corps Oyo State has formally concluded the 2025 Batch C Orientation Course with a resounding call for discipline, service and character driven leadership. Speaking at the closing ceremony held at the Permanent Orientation Camp Iseyin, the State Coordinator, Mr. Kayode Ola Peters, expressed profound satisfaction with the performance of the corps members during the intensive three week programme.  He also acknowledged the unwavering support of the Oyo State Government under Governor Seyi Makinde, whose commitment he said continues to strengthen the operations of the scheme in the state. Mr. Peters described the twenty one day orientation as a carefully structured programme designed to build resilience, civic consciousness and a deeper sense of national duty among the corps members.  He highlighted that the period exposed them to drills, physical and mental fitness sessions, SAED trainings, security engagements, cultural interactions and diverse ...

The Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency Engr. Seyi Makinde, has declared open the 2025 Batch C Orientation Course at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Gbakuta, Iseyin, delivering an uplifting message that challenged the newly sworn-in corps members to embrace discipline, innovation, and national unity.  He congratulated them on the milestone of completing their academic journey and reminded them that their deployment signifies a call to service at a defining moment in Nigeria’s history. Representing the executive Governor, the Director, Ministry of Youth, Alhaja Kudirat O. Mustapha, described the Orientation Course as a unique melting pot of cultures and aspirations designed to build discipline, teamwork, and leadership capacity.  He encouraged the corps members to maximise every opportunity the camp provides, from physical drills and lectures to the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme, stressing that the lessons lear...

  The State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, Oyo State, Mr. Kayode Ola Peters, has reaffirmed that Corps Members remain the focal point of all preparations for the 2025 Batch C Orientation Course.  He made this known during the maiden meeting with camp officials, expressing gratitude to God for their safe arrival and readiness for the exercise. Mr. Peters urged officials to receive the prospective Corps Members warmly and create a supportive, hospitable environment that reflects the Scheme’s values.  He emphasised that every official must remain committed to their assigned duties in order to align with the broader objectives of the NYSC, noting that the quality of service delivered directly shapes the Corps Members’ camp experience. On security, the Coordinator charged both officials and partnering agencies to remain vigilant and proactive throughout the orientation period.  He stressed the need for continuous alertness, advising the National Drug Law...

The 2025 Batch 'C' Orientation Course has been scheduled to commence on Wednesday, 19th November, 2025 in all NYSC Orientation Camps across the country. Camp Registration for all Corps Members will take place from Wednesday,19th to midnight of Friday, 21st November, 2025. The Swearing -in Ceremony holds on Friday, 21st November, while the Closing Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, 9th December, 2025. The Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu wishes all Prospective Corps Members safety of travel to their respective Orientation Camps. He also advises them not to embark on night journeys while travelling to their Orientation Camps.

  The Executive Chairman of Ibadan South East Local Government, Hon. Emmanuel Alawode, has pledged continued support for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring the welfare of corps members serving within the council area.  He made this pledge during a courtesy visit by the NYSC Oyo State Coordinator, Mr. Kayode Ola Peters, to his office at the council secretariat in Ibadan. Hon. Alawode commended the NYSC for its longstanding contribution to grassroots development, particularly in education, health, and community service.  He assured the state coordinator that the local government would continue to create an enabling environment that encourages corps members to thrive and deliver meaningful service to the people.  According to him, corps members remain a valuable part of community progress and must be given every support to perform effectively. In his remarks, the State Coordinator of the NYSC, M...

The Director of the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) Department, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Mr. Kehinde Aremu-Cole, has called for increased institutional support and deeper exploration of the entrepreneurial potential within Nigerian tertiary institutions, emphasizing that doing so could significantly reduce unemployment and drive sustainable national development. Mr. Aremu-Cole made this assertion while speaking as a guest at the University of Ibadan Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Fair 2025, held at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan.  He described the entrepreneurial ingenuity of Nigerian students as one of the nation’s most undervalued assets, stressing that proper mentorship, funding, and systemic support are key to transforming them from job seekers into job creators. “The entrepreneurial spirit of students should be explored deeply and supported. If the right structures are put in place, I can assure ...

The 2025 Batch B Stream II Corps Members deployed to Oyo State have officially taken the oath of allegiance, marking the beginning of their one-year mandatory national service at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Iseyin. It was a colourful and spirited atmosphere at the camp, filled with patriotic fervor as the swearing-in ceremony brought together dignitaries, officials, and excited Corps Members in what became both a solemn and celebratory occasion. The oath of allegiance was administered by the Chief Judge of Oyo State, Honourable Justice Iyabo Yerima, represented by Justice M.O. Ishola, officially inducting the Prospective Corps Members into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The exercise symbolized their pledge to uphold discipline, unity, and service to the nation. Declaring the Orientation Course open, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde, represented by the Director of Youth Development, Alhaja Kuditat Mustapha, commended the NYSC for ...

The National Youth Service Corps has released the official timetable for the 2025 Batch ‘B’ mobilisation, with key dates announced for prospective corps members. According to the schedule shared on X on Thursday and its website on Wednesday, “online registration for foreign and Nigerian-trained graduates will take place from 8th to 13th September, 2025.” For graduates trained abroad, the “pre-camp physical verification of credentials” has been fixed for 14th to 18th September, 2025. The ICT Department is expected to handle its processes between 17th and 20th September, 2025. Corps-producing institutions will begin the online printing of deployment and delivery of physical call-up letters from 21st to 23rd September, 2025. In the same period, PCMs can also proceed with the notification and printing of call-up letters. The timetable concludes with the much-anticipated 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course, which will follow the call-up phase. The NYSC urged all prospective corps me...

A Voice, A Legacy and  A Diamond Worthy of  Celebration! Today, Sunday, 24th August 2025, the Public Relations family of NYSC Ondo State proudly celebrates one of its brightest lights, Mr. Simeon Kehinde Bankole, on the joyous occasion of his 60th birthday and his graceful exit from active public service as our esteemed Head Public Relations Unit. For years, Mr. Bankole, fondly called “Small Boy” has been the golden voice and dignified face of NYSC Ondo, shaping narratives, strengthening partnerships and giving life to the vision of the Scheme through his unmatched professionalism and unwavering commitment.  He is not just a PRO, he is a storyteller, a bridge-builder and a mentor who has lifted many within and outside the scheme and  PR circle. As he marks this diamond milestone and transitions into a well-deserved retirement, we, his colleagues and mentees in the Public Relations Unit, join the entire NYSC family to celebrate a man of honour, wisdom and grace. May t...

The Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare and security of members of the National Youth Service Corps serving in the state. The governor gave the assurance through the NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs. Kuburat Omowumi Bakare, during the closing ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 Orientation Course held on Tuesday at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Ikare-Akoko. According to him, “the state remains committed to youth empowerment, development, and welfare. We assure you of a peaceful and conducive environment to carry out your national service and make meaningful contributions.” Governor Aiyedatiwa, however, urged the corps members to remain law-abiding, security-conscious and conduct themselves in ways that reflect positively on their families, institutions, and the NYSC scheme. He reminded them that they are ambassadors of unity, peace and development, and therefore must...

The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwahas charged corps members members to strive to leave a legacy of excellence, selfless service, and patriotism as they begin their National Service. Governor Aiyedatiwa made this known at the opening ceremony of the orientation course for the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 corps members at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Ikare-Akoko on Friday, August 1. The governor, who was represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Omoyefunmi Segun Henry, described Nigerian youths as the hope of the nation and reaffirmed the NYSC scheme as one of Nigeria’s most enduring platforms for national unity and integration.Property listings The Governor encouraged the corps members to go beyond the call of duty and seize the opportunity to positively impact their host communities. The Governor advised them to go about their National Service with a sense of direction. According to him, “approach your service with a sense of mi...

2025 Batch B Stream 1 Oyo Corps Members have been told that their conduct, attitude, and choices during the service year will reflect not just on their personal character but also their commitment to nation-building.  Therefore, the Corps members were charged to embrace the values of integrity, hard work, and respect for cultural diversity and peaceful coexistence.  The Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engineer Seyi Makinde made the statement when he presided over the Swearing-In Ceremony of the 2025 Batch 'B' Stream 1 Orientation Exercise and officially declared the course open which held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Ogbakuta, Iseyin. Represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke, the Governor welcomed the Corps Members to the Pacesetter State, declaring that the government remained committed to ensuring that their service year is peaceful, purposeful, and impactful.   He mentioned that the Corps Members ...

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Oyo State has issued a warning to all Corps members serving in Ibadan about the upcoming annual traditional Egungun (Oloolu) festival.  The festival is scheduled to take place from Monday, July 28th to Thursday, July 31st, 2025. In a statement made available to  Newsline NG,  The   Head Information & Public Relations Unit, Faniyi Abimbola (Mrs) strongly advised all our corps members especially female Corps members to abide by this tradition  The statement reads in parts, "This is to inform all Corps members serving in Ibadan that the annual traditional Egungun (Oloolu) festival has been scheduled to hold from Monday 28th  –  Thursday 31st July, 2025 .  "As part of the longstanding cultural traditions, the masquerade would pass through Oje, Gate, Oja-Oba, Ayeye, Orita-merin, Beere, Oranyan, Idi-arere, Agugu, Oke-Aremo, Oremeji, Olubadan Palace amongst other routes.  "It is forbidden fo...

By Our Correspondent  The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Oyo State Coordinator, Mr. Kayode Ola Peters, has emphasized the importance of strengthening the partnership between NYSC and Corps employers for improved mutual benefits.  He made this statement during the opening ceremony of the 2025 Corps Employers' Workshop, themed "Strengthening NYSC/Corps Employers' Partnership for Improved Mutual Benefits" held at the Grace Ogbuogebe Hall, NYSC Secretariat, Ibadan. Peters highlighted the critical role played by Corps employers in ensuring the success of the NYSC scheme.  He appreciated the support many employers have shown in areas such as accommodation, prompt issuance of letters of acceptance, supervision, and mentoring of Corps members. The Coordinator acknowledged certain lapses on both ends, including issues of underutilization, nonchalant supervision, lack of welfare support, absenteeism, and misconduct by some Corps members.  He emphasized the need to address...

The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde has tasked Corps Members deployed to the Pacesetter State for their one year mandatory national service to join hands to build a stronger, more united, peaceful and democratic nation as we have just one nation called Nigeria .   He emphasised that it is imperative that they do not isolate themselves from the overall objectives of the founding Fathers of NYSC Scheme which is for national unity and integration.  The Governor gave the charge during the closing ceremony/terminal parade of the 2025 Batch A stream two orientation course held at the Permanent Orientation camp, Iseyin. Represented by the Commissioner of Youth and Sports, Hon. Wasilat Adegoke, congratulated the Corps members on the successful completion of the three-weeks induction exercise expressed confidence that they have been groomed to face the task ahead of them. Before declaring the orientation course closed, the number one citizen of the State credit...

As Nigeria stands at a critical juncture in its development journey, the Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has urged members of the National Youth Service Corps to embrace their national assignment with a deep sense of responsibility and contribute meaningfully to the progress of the nation. The governor delivered this charge on Tuesday through the NYSC Ondo State Coordinator, Mrs. Kuburat Omowumi Bakare, during the closing ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream 2 Orientation Course held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Ikare-Akoko. Governor Aiyedatiwa affirmed that the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream 2 corps members had undergone paramilitary drills, leadership and citizenship training, Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development and various forms of patriotic education in the course of the orientation  exercise, he therefore explained that the activities were designed to shape their character and equip them for future challenges. Com...

The Director General, National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General OO Nafiu has encouraged Corps members mobilised to Oyo State for the one year mandatory national service to take the bull by the horn and take the nation to a greater future as the survival of Nigeria rest on their shoulders .  He gave this word of encouragement while addressing the 2025 Batch A Stream 2 Corps members during his working visit to the NYSC Oyo State Permanent Orientation camp, Iseyin. The DG, who was enthusiastically received by the Corps members, congratulated them for fulfilling all the conditions that qualified them for national service. He described national service as a clarion call that needed to be answered with high sense of patriotism, commitment and dedication. The NYSC Boss enjoined the Corps members to join hands and play active role in nation  building, stating that no place can be like home and no foreigner will build our country for us. He emphasized the importance of the role N...

The National Productivity Centre (NPC), an agency under the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, delivered an enlightening lecture on the importance of productivity in personal and national development. The lecture, held at the NYSC Oyo Permanent Orientation Camp, Iseyin, for 2025 Batch A Stream 2 Corps Members was facilitated by Mr. Sulaiman Abdulmajid, who spoke on the topic “Productivity.” Mr. Abdulmajid introduced the National Productivity Centre as a federal agency headquartered in Abuja, with the mandate to promote productivity consciousness and improvement across all sectors of the Nigerian economy. In his presentation, he explained that productivity has multiple perspectives. From the social perspective, he defined productivity as the continuous effort to become better than one was the day before. He encouraged Corps Members to adopt daily productivity habits such as maintaining checklists and applying a scale of preference to prioritize tasks efficiently. He also discuss...