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NYSC Pledges More Innovations, as Batch ‘A’ PCMS Set For Orientation Exercise
Joel Ajayi
As the orientation exercise is set to commence across the country for the Prospective Corps members PCM, the National Youth Service Corps NYSC has put in place more innovations that will bring an efficient and more credible mobilization process.
The Director General of NYSC Brigadier General YD Ahmed stated this on Thursday in Abuja at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Batch ‘A’ Pre-Mobilization Workshop for all Stakeholders with the theme: “Unlocking Innovative Solutions to the Challenges of the Mobilization Process.”
Some of the recent innovations to cut registration out of fake certificates are 10 fingerprints of prospective Corps members, National Identification Numbers NIN, facial recognition, and others.
“We will continue to involve our processes to guide against fake mobilization that is why we are putting in place a lot of innovations before we used 2 fingerprints now we adopting the 10-finger thumbprint then facial recognition and other features that we don’t want to reveal to the general public.
“We remain unwavering in our determination to block any threat to the credibility of the mobilization, including attempts by unqualified persons to get enlisted for the National Service. The physical verification exercise and several other measures adopted in this regard have exposed fake graduates, especially those claiming to be foreign-trained.
“Over the years, we have black-listed local and foreign institutions found to be engaged in fraudulent practices, in addition to making formal reports on their activities to regulatory authorities.
When asked that with the innovations issue of fake corps members can’t not occur? He replied: “If the innovation will so with these innovations it’s going to be very difficult for anyone that wants to do fake registration”
Speaking further, DG said the Mobilization process is a key routine, that serves as the gateway for the enlistment of eligible graduates for National Service.
“As a Scheme that is committed to excellence, we have established the tradition of using this forum of key stakeholders for continuous evaluation of our progress. The essence is to explore and adopt best practices as well as proffer solutions to identified problems.
“The recurring nature of some of the challenges faced in our operation has necessitated the adoption of more enduring strategies, especially the application of digital solutions.
“As a Management committed to repositioning the Scheme for greater efficiency, we shall continue to embrace Innovations that will ensure seamless handling of the exercise.
“I would like to remind our key partners that this theme is not just a slogan, but a call to action. It challenges us to think beyond traditional boundaries, view issues from fresh perspectives, and adopt more effective problem-solving approaches. I am, therefore, confident that the outcomes of this workshop will culminate in a more efficient and more credible mobilization process.”
In her address, the Minister of Youth Development Dr Jamila Bio Ibrahim commended NYSC for organizing the programme, which has brought stakeholders together to interface and evolve strategies for improving the mobilization process.
She expressed that NYSC ranks among the most enduring platforms that have historically played a significant role in promoting national unity and must be nurtured for more growth and development.
Foreign news
Algeria’s Glorious Revolution: Embassy Marks 72nd Anniversary in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The Embassy of Algeria in Nigeria has commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the country’s Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954, with a reception in Abuja, highlighting Algeria’s liberation struggle and strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria.
The event, held on November 9, 2026, at Continental Suites Hotel, attracted prominent personalities, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, members of the Federal Government, senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions and other friends of Algeria.
Speaking at the reception, Algeria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Hocine Mezoued, welcomed guests and paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for independence.
He described the November 1, 1954 revolution as the foundation of modern Algeria, noting that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs made it possible for the country to reclaim its sovereignty.
On Algeria’s development agenda, Mezoued said President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s administration had continued to pursue economic reforms, diversification and national development under its New Algeria vision.
He noted that the country was recording progress in non-hydrocarbon exports, while improvements in the business environment had boosted investor confidence and attracted significant foreign investments.
On foreign policy, the ambassador reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to non-interference, respect for national sovereignty, peaceful conflict resolution and the right of peoples to self-determination.
Addressing security challenges in the Sahel, he stressed that lasting peace could not be achieved through military measures alone, insisting that economic development, inclusive dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes remained essential.
Turning to Nigeria-Algeria relations, Mezoued described the partnership as one founded on shared values and the commitment of both countries’ leaders to advancing African development.
He identified the Trans-Saharan Highway, Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Fibre Optic Backbone as major strategic projects receiving attention from both countries.
The ambassador also disclosed that Algeria had continued to provide scholarships to Nigerian students to strengthen human capital development and capacity building.
He further announced that Air Algérie expanded its Nigerian operations on October 26, 2026, with the introduction of two weekly flights to Lagos, expressing confidence that the service would boost trade and tourism.
Looking ahead, Mezoued said 2027 would offer fresh opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly through the fifth Joint High Bi-National Commission scheduled to hold in Abuja.
He expressed optimism that the meeting would provide an opportunity to assess existing partnerships, identify new areas of cooperation and move Nigeria-Algeria relations towards a more practical and results-driven phase.
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