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Avoid Risky Adventures, DG Warns Corps Members

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2 years ago

November 9, 2023

Joel Ajayi

Corps Members have been warned against indulging in acts that can endanger their lives or put them in harm’s way during their service year.

The Director General of National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General YD Ahmed gave this warning while addressing Corps Members deployed to Yobe State at the Orientation Camp in Dazingau, Nagere Local Government Area of the State likewise their colleagues at Gombe State Orientation Camp in Amada.

General Ahmed who urged the Corps Members to avoid every form of misconduct appealed to them to be security conscious at all times.

“Don’t endanger your lives by travelling at night. Board vehicles from approved motor parks only and once it’s getting too late, break your journey and pass the night in Corps Lodges, military barracks and other safe places”, the DG said.

General Ahmed implored the Corps Members to appreciate the cultural values of their host communities and strive to promote national unity and integration as good ambassadors of the Scheme.

The NYSC Yobe State Coordinator, Mrs Hafsat Yerima while briefing General Ahmed described the Corps Members as disciplined and hardworking, who are ready for the service year.

As at the time of General Ahmed’s visit, a total of 1,143 Corps Members comprising 671 males and 472 females have been registered in Yobe camp.

Similarly, the NYSC Gombe State Coordinator, Mr Dawut Jidda informed the Director General that all the 1,184 Corps Members comprising 676 males and 508 females have acclimatized to the regimented camp life.

He said the Corps Members and Camp Officials are all in high spirits and working as team players towards achieving a successful Orientation Exercise.

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No Leadership Vacuum in NYCN – Council Reacts to CAC’s Alleged Withdrawal

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1 hour ago

October 8, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has noted with concern recent reports alleging the withdrawal of its certificate of incorporation by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC),

alongside the purported appointment of an interim management team by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development (FMYD).

In a statement Signed President, National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Amb. Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo and NYCN Board of TrusteesOn Wednesday in Abuja

According to the statement, wish to state categorically that the leadership of the NYCN under Ambassador Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo remains the only legitimate and legally recognized leadership, as affirmed by the Federal High Court in Suit No: FHC/ABJ/CS/1553/2022 – Incorporated Trustees of the NYCN & 4 Ors vs CAC & 3 Ors.

In that judgment, Hon. Justice D.U. Okorowo upheld both the validity of the NYCN’s certificate of incorporation and the lawfulness of the current leadership structure. While this matter is presently under appeal in Appeal No: CA/ABJ/CV/13081/2023, the High Court ruling remains valid and binding until set aside by a higher court.

Therefore, any actions taken by the CAC or FMYD to withdraw the certificate or appoint an interim leadership are illegal, premature, and in contempt of court. These actions amount to a clear case of self-help and an attempt to undermine the rule of law.

We urge all NYCN members across the federation—state chapters, zonal coordinators, affiliate bodies, and Nigerian youths at large—to remain calm and law-abiding. Disregard any announcements or directives from unauthorized individuals or agencies seeking to destabilize the Council’s leadership.

The NYCN remains committed to unity, peace, and youth development in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

“We call for collective focus on building a stronger, inclusive, and forward-looking Council that truly represents the voice and aspirations of Nigerian youths.”

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