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16/01/2026

The next NYSC Orientation Camp (for 2026 Batch A Stream I) is scheduled to open on Wednesday, 📅 January 21, 2026 across all NYSC orientation camps in Nigeria.

Here’s the key timetable for that orientation:

Camp Registration:
Wednesday, January 21st – Friday, January 23rd, 2026.

Swearing-in Ceremony: Friday, January 23rd, 2026.

Closing Ceremony: Tuesday, February 10th, 2026.

📌 This is the next official NYSC orientation camp cycle currently announced.

14/01/2026

NYSC TO UNVEIL NEW PROTOCOLS FOR CORPS MEMBERS WITH DISABILITIES

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is to adopt a standardized protocol for the handling of Corps Members with disabilities during the Orientation Course and throughout the service year.

The Director-General (DG) Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, made this known today in his keynote address at the 2026 Batch 'A' Pre-Orientation Workshop, themed "Revamping the NYSC Orientation Course Experience as a Foundation for Impactful Service by Corps Members," which took place in Jos, Plateau State.

He said the initiative, which was in furtherance of the Scheme's welfare strategies for Corps Members, would focus not only on compliance, but also dignity, inclusion and equal opportunity.

"It underscores our commitment to leaving no one behind and positioning the NYSC as a humane, progressive, and nationally responsive institution.

"Equally crucial is using emotional intelligence and showing empathy in all interactions with Corps Members and Camp officials," he added.

General Nafiu stressed that the Orientation Course, being the bedrock of a successful service year, must continuously reflect national realities, global best practices and the dynamics of youth behaviour.

He said the course must ensure relevance as well as quality and measurable outcomes that would enable the Corps Members to integrate seamlessly into their host communities and transit into productive and impactful lives beyond national service.

"It is in this context that the Pre-Orientation Workshop becomes essential because it will analyze emerging challenges, and develop practical improvements that will genuinely enhance the National Service experiences and effectively address modern realities," he said.

The DG commended all NYSC officials and those of the partner agencies for their teamwork, which enabled the Scheme to record tremendous successes in previous Orientation exercises.

General Nafiu charged the workshop participants to come up with ideas that would impact the Corps Members with innovative ideas, operational efficiency and institutional intelligence while also ensuring better Camp management and robust stakeholders' engagement.

"We expect technology-driven engagements and innovative contributions to transform the Orientation Course into a dynamic launchpad for transformative National Service that would prepare Corps Members not just to serve, but to lead, innovate, and make significant impact on national development," he said.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Director, Planning, Research and Statistics, Mr. Nura Umar, said the theme of the workshop was strategic as it would showcase the importance of the Orientation Course in shaping the mindset, conduct, and overall experience of the Corps Members.

The Director said the Orientation Course would instill discipline, patriotism and other core values of the NYSC in the Corps Members.

He said the workshop would review the conduct of the previous Orientation Exercise, identify operational challenges and strengthen inter-agency collaboration with a view to offering best services in Camp.

12/01/2026

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12/01/2026

10/01/2026

📅 NYSC 2026 Batch A Orientation Dates Set:

The 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream One orientation course will begin on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at all 37 NYSC orientation camps nationwide.

Camp registration will run from Jan 21–23, with swearing-in on Jan 23.
The closing ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

🎯 Deployment Based on Security Conditions:

NYSC Director-General Brig-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu announced that deployment of corps members will consider prevailing security situations and applicable government policies, aiming to enhance safety for participants.

⚠️ Warning on Fraudulent Mobilisation:
NYSC has alerted higher institutions to strengthen data integrity to prevent fraudulent graduate mobilisation schemes that could undermine official processes.

📍 New Appointment of Osun State Coordinator:

NYSC has appointed Kubiangha Ekeng Ita as the new State Coordinator for Osun State, a key leadership role in managing corps affairs locally.

07/01/2026

📢HOW TO ESCAPE NYSC CAMP TROUBLE AS A CORPER📢:

For NYSC Orientation Camp, the key to escaping camp palava (trouble) is discipline, smart behavior, and knowing how camp works.

Here are practical tips many corpers use 👇
🧠 1. Know Camp Rules & Respect Them:
Most camp issues come from disobeying simple rules.
Always attend morning drills, parades, and lectures
Don’t skip activities unless you’re officially excused
Avoid restricted areas
👉 Even if others break rules, don’t follow blindly.

🗣️ 2. Be Careful How You Talk to Soldiers & Officials:
Don’t argue with soldiers or camp officials
Answer politely and briefly
Avoid sarcasm or rude jokes
💡 Silence + respect can save you punishment.

⏰ 3. Be Time-Conscious:
Always be early for parades and activities
Latecomers usually face:
Frog jumps
Sun punishment
Extra drills
Set alarms and move early.

👕 4. Dress Properly & Corporately:
Wear complete NYSC kits when required.
No slippers during parade,
No modified uniforms (cut shorts, tight shirts, etc.)
Uniform issues = instant palava.

🤝 5. Choose Friends Wisely:
Avoid stubborn or trouble-loving groups
Don’t follow people sneaking out or forming secret plans
Stay with disciplined corpers
Bad company = shared punishment.

😌 6. Stay Low-Key:
Don’t form boss attitude
Don’t show off money or gadgets
Avoid unnecessary arguments
Camp favors calm and humble corpers.

🏃7. If You’re Not Strong, Be Smart:
If drills are hard for you:
Try your best (effort matters).
Don’t pretend to be sick unless truly unwell.
If you have a genuine health issue, report early to the clinic around the Camp.

📱8. Use Phone Wisely:
Don’t use phone during parade or lectures.
Avoid taking unauthorized photos/videos
Keep phone safe to avoid theft drama.

🙏 9. Religious & Social Activities Help:
Join religious groups or Community Development Scheme (CDS).
It keeps you occupied and out of trouble,
Officials tend to respect committed corpers.

🔑 Golden Rule:
Do your best, obey

07/01/2026

‎NOTIFICATION OF PHYSICAL VERIFICATION OF CREDENTIALS AND TRAVEL DOCUMENTS OF FOREIGN-TRAINED GRADUATES FOR THE 2026 BATCH 'A' STREAM I SERVICE YEAR
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‎This is to inform all Foreign Trained Nigerian Graduates, Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) whose credentials and travel documents are yet to be physically verified should avail themselves for physical verification exercise scheduled to hold from Monday, 12th to Wednesday, 14th January, 2026 at the following chosen centres:
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‎ENUGU
‎NYSC Secretariat, 2 Abakaliki Road, G.R.A, Enugu State.
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‎BAUCHI
‎Shadawanka Military Barracks, Bauchi, Bauchi State
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‎FCT
‎NYSC Orientation Camp, Kubwa, Abuja
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‎KANO
‎Bukavu Military Barracks, Fagge, Airport Road, Kano
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‎LAGOS
‎NYSC Orientation Camp, Iyana Ipaja, Lagos
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‎OSUN
‎NYSC Secretariat, New Ikirun Road, Osogbo, Osun State
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‎RIVERS
‎NYSC Secretariat, 40 Ikwerre Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
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‎SOKOTO
‎Eagle Officers Mess, Gingiya Military Barracks, Gusau Rd, Sokoto
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‎ADAMAWA
‎NYSC Secretariat, Federal Secretariat Complex, Yola, Adamawa State.
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‎NOTE:
‎a. As part of the measures to ensure orderliness and avoid overcrowding, Prospective Corps Members are expected to strictly report on the date, time, and venue specified on the verification slip.
‎b. They are to present all original credentials and travel documents as uploaded online during registration.
‎c. Medical graduates should, in addition upload Licenses, Registration Certificates and other relevant documents issued by their various bodies and also come along with the originals to the verification centres.
‎d. Original copies of Evaluation letters issued by Federal Ministry of Education (where applicable) should be submitted at the NYSC Headquarters, Abuja and acknowledged copies uploaded online by the PCMs.
‎ e. PCMs are to note that only persons physically seen with credentials, physically verified and cleared would be deployed, exempted, or excluded from National Service.
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07/01/2026

Updates for Batch C2:

- An official circular on orientation activities will be released soon.
- Batch C2 includes the remaining 60% of PCMs from Batch C1 who weren't deployed.
- No new registrations for Batch C2; next registration likely in April or June 2026.
- Fresh graduates, expect internal mobilization to start soon; check with your school for details.
- Prepare your documents and camp kits; original statements of result are required.

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Key Points:

- Only those who registered in Batch C1 without a call-up number will be deployed.
- Deployment details will be announced through a circular, and PCMs will receive call-up numbers and letters.

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06/01/2026

📢WHAT YOU NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT DIRECT POSTING AND REDEPLOYMENT📢:

In NYSC, Direct Posting and Relocation are two different ways a Corps member gets posted to a state or place of primary assignment (PPA).

Here’s the clear difference 👇
1. Direct Posting:
Direct Posting means NYSC posts you straight to a specific state (often your state of choice) without needing relocation.

Key Points:
Happens automatically during posting.
Usually based on:
Health reasons (medical reports)
Marital status (married women posted close to husband).
Special considerations by NYSC
You go to camp in the posted state directly.
No extra application or payment needed.

✅ Example:
You selected Oyo State, and NYSC posts you to Oyo State directly.

2. Relocation/Redeployment:

Relocation is when you are initially posted to a state, but you apply to change that state after reporting to camp due to health status or inconvenience.

Key Points:
Done after arriving at camp.
Requires official application on the NYSC portal.

Reasons Accepted:
Health challenges (medical proof required)
Marital reasons
Security reasons
Usually takes 2–4 weeks (can vary for approval).
After approval, you move to a new state.
❌ Not automatic — you must apply.

👉 Direct Posting is safer, time conscious, stress free and before posting, you've know your fate. It happens before going to Camp.

👉 Relocation is not always guaranteed, it's (50/50) due to competition among Corps members and very expensive.

Relocation is a backup option if you’re not posted where you want.
It's happens after camp, stressful and takes time for approval.

Compiled by: Homecrown Educational Consults.

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05/01/2026

NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS NEEDED FOR CORPER'S IN ORIENTATION CAMP:

For a Prospective Corps Member (PCM) going to NYSC Orientation Camp in Nigeria, you should go with the following mandatory and recommended requirements:

👉 Mandatory Documents (Very Important)
Carry originals and photocopies (at least 3 copies each):

▶️ NYSC Call-Up Letter (Printed in colour from the NYSC portal).
▶️ Green Card (Printed from the NYSC portal).
▶️ Statement of Result or Degree Certificate (Original + photocopies).

N B: (HND holders must also bring ND certificate),
Final Year ID Card.

▶️ Original school ID (not library card).

▶️ Passport Photographs
– At least 6–8 copies (White background)
▶️ Medical Fitness Certificate (You can get this from us).

▶️ JAMB Admission Letter (if requested).

Compiled by: Homecrown Educational Consults.

05/01/2026

Dear registered PCMs,

If you’re currently unable to access the NYSC portal due to the notification below:

“Registration has closed. You cannot edit/continue your registration.”

Kindly be informed that this notice is temporary. The portal will be reopened and made accessible once call-up numbers are ready for release and the camp schedule is officially fixed as deployment approaches.

There’s no cause for alarm , this is a normal process from NYSC management.

Stay calm, stay informed, and watch out for the official schedule.

04/01/2026

4TH JANUARY 2026

Updates for Batch C2:

- An official circular on orientation activities will be released soon.
- Batch C2 includes the remaining 60% of PCMs from Batch C1 who weren't deployed.
- No new registrations for Batch C2; next registration likely in April or June 2026.
- Fresh graduates, expect internal mobilization to start soon; check with your school for details.
- Prepare your documents and camp kits; original statements of result are required.

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Key Points:

- Only those who registered in Batch C1 without a call-up number will be deployed.
- Deployment details will be announced through a circular, and PCMs will receive call-up numbers and letters.

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