NYSC CLARIFIES DELAY IN ISSUING CERTIFICATE TO CORPS MEMBER USHIE RITA UGUAMAYE

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has refuted social media claims that Corps Member Ushie Rita Uguamaye (State Code: LA/24B/8325) was denied her Certificate of National Service (CNS) for making critical remarks about the government.

In a statement issued by its management, the scheme described the allegation as “entirely unfounded,” explaining that Rita is among 131 corps members whose certificates have been delayed for valid disciplinary reasons.

According to the NYSC, Rita’s service year was extended by two months after she failed to attend the April 2025 biometric clearance, in line with NYSC Bye-Laws. The management stressed that this is a standard procedure applied equally to all affected corps members.

The NYSC urged the public to view the matter objectively, noting that service extensions for non-compliance have been a longstanding practice and should not be politicized.

“The NYSC Scheme remains committed to discharging its mandate in line with the dictates of the constitution,” the statement concluded.