FEDERAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL APPROVES MAJOR NYSC REFORM, REPLACES MILITARY LEADERSHIP WITH CIVILIAN BOSS

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a comprehensive reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), marking the first major review of the scheme since it was established 53 years ago.

As part of the reform, the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Ministry of Youth have been directed to amend the NYSC Act and its regulations to accommodate the approved changes and pave the way for their implementation.

One of the key changes is that the NYSC’s operational leadership will now be headed by a civilian instead of a serving military officer. However, the military will continue to provide security for corps members across the country.

The Federal Government said the reform is aimed at transforming the NYSC into a skill-driven, productivity-focused and youth-empowerment institution that will contribute to its goal of building a $1 trillion economy.

The NYSC was established on May 22, 1973, following the Nigerian Civil War to promote national unity and strengthen ties among young Nigerians through compulsory national service.

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