NYSC imposes sanctions on 12 Osun corps members

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has extended the service year for 12 corps members in Osun State due to breaches committed during the 2025 Batch A Stream II programme.

Osun State NYSC Coordinator Ekeng Ita Kubiangha announced the decision while handing out Certificates of National Service to corps members who completed the mandatory programme on Thursday in Osogbo.

Kubiangha said the disciplinary action follows the NYSC Bye‑Laws that govern the conduct of corps members nationwide during the national service year.

He added, “2,132 corps members completed their service year successfully and were presented with Certificates of National Service at the passing‑out ceremony held in the state.”

The NYSC also reported that 27 corps members absconded from the Place of Primary Assignment (PPA) after allegedly abandoning their national assignments without authorisation during the service year.

Kubiangha explained that “the sanctions were necessary to uphold discipline and preserve the integrity of the national service scheme across the country.”

He praised the majority of the outgoing corps members for their dedication and contributions to the growth and development of the communities where they served during the one‑year programme.

“The scheme remains a platform for personal growth and national development,” Kubiangha said.

He urged the discharged corps members to remain committed to the values of patriotism, integrity and discipline acquired during their period of service.

The coordinator also advised corps members to keep their Certificates of National Service safe, describing the document as important for their future careers and opportunities.

“I want to caution corps members against partisan political activities and statements capable of exposing them to danger ahead of the forthcoming elections in the state,” he said.

Kubiangha urged former corps members to remain security conscious and avoid actions that could threaten public peace or their personal safety.

He also encouraged them to focus on self‑development and pursue economic opportunities that would make them self‑reliant after the completion of national service.