On the 9th of March, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) representatives from Osogbo visited Obafemi Awolowo University to conduct an orientation program for final-year students. The objective was to acquaint them with the necessary procedures and processes for the NYSC camp and mobilization.
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Commencing at 12:18 pm, the program took place at Ajose Lecture Theatre and had distinguished attendees, including the Dean of Students Affairs, Professor John Adeolu Odedire, and the Vice-Dean, Dr. Lukman Olasunkanmi.
The organizing NYSC representatives for the event included Alhaji Lawal Taofeek, the assistant director of deployment and relocation in Osun State; Mr Adediran Johnson; and Mrs. Aguda Ademola.
During the event, the Dean of Students Affairs delivered a concise opening speech, encouraging final-year students to view the session not just as a routine but to pay careful attention, emphasizing that the information shared would be crucial for navigating the NYSC process. He expressed gratitude to the NYSC representatives for their commitment to facilitating a stress-free NYSC experience for the students.
Alhaji Lawal, the first speaker, provided a comprehensive overview of NYSC, clarifying that eligible candidates are Nigerian graduates from any tertiary institution in the country. He noted exemptions for those above 30 years old and individuals in the Armed Forces. He highlighted the necessity of relocation being based on insecurity grounds, emphasizing that deployment to one’s state of origin is not permitted. Additionally, he outlined the registration requirements for the NYSC camp.
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Following this, Mrs Aguda addressed the ICT aspects of NYSC registration, outlining the essential details for registration, including a functional email, NIN, next of kin information, and details about primary and secondary school years. The event also featured a robust question and answer session, where NYSC representatives provided detailed responses.
Concluding the event, Mr. Aina, the Principal Assistant Registrar, while giving his vote of thanks extended gratitude to the NYSC representatives and attendees. He affirmed that the event successfully fulfilled its purpose by preparing prospective corps members, offering firsthand information about NYSC activities, and providing clarity on key aspects. He wished the students success and a smooth service year.