The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Osun State has extended the service year for 12 corps members over various infractions, while 1,808 others successfully completed their service, the state coordinator, Ekang Ita Kubiangha, announced on Tuesday.
Speaking during the passing-out ceremony for the 2025 Batch A Stream I corps members in Osogbo, Kubiangha said the extensions were carried out in line with NYSC bye-laws.
He also disclosed that 13 corps members absconded during the service year.
The low-key ceremony, held simultaneously across all local government areas of the state in compliance with directives from the NYSC National Directorate in Abuja, marked the formal conclusion of the service year for the majority of the corps members.
Kubiangha said, “Out of the 1,834 corps members deployed to Osun State, 1,808 —914 males and 894 females, were issued their Certificates of National Service.
“Thirteen corps members absconded, while 12 others had their service extended due to infractions in accordance with NYSC regulations.”
During on-the-spot visits to Ede North, Ede South, Olorunda, and Osogbo local government areas, Kubiangha described the completion of the service year as a major milestone.
He attributed their achievements to both divine grace and personal commitment, urging the outgoing corps members to remain disciplined, patriotic, and guided by positive values as they transition to the next phase of life.
He reminded them that while the NYSC service year is structured and regimented, life beyond the programme would demand personal discipline, sound judgment, and the application of principles learned during service.
“As you step into the larger society, uphold the core values of the NYSC and remain good ambassadors of the Scheme. Your success will depend on your character, diligence, and commitment to positive ideals,” he said.
Kubiangha cautioned against indiscipline and carelessness, stressing that integrity and hard work would create opportunities, while lapses could undermine future prospects.
He highlighted that the NYSC certificate provides an added advantage in public service, placing recipients at higher entry levels in government employment.
He also advised corps members to carefully verify the details on their Certificates of National Service before laminating them, noting that mishandling could complicate future official verification processes.
Emphasising the importance of the NYSC uniform, he said it remains a symbol of discipline and identity that must be respected.
The coordinator commended the corps members for their resilience, patriotism, and contributions to host communities and the state, urging them to remain engaged in national development.
He expressed optimism that the certificates awarded would open doors to greater opportunities and wished them success and fulfilling careers.