Why we withhold Rita’s certificate — NYSC
National Youth Service Corps NYSC
Abdullateef Fowewe
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has clarified that reports of it denying a Certificate of National Service (CNS) to Corps Member Ushie Rita Uguamaye are “unfounded and false.”
Contrary to rumours circulating on social media, the NYSC stated that the certificate was not withheld due to any remark about the government.
In a statement, the NYSC management explained that Uguamaye, with State Code LA/24B/8325, is among 131 corps members whose certificates were withheld for valid disciplinary reasons.
The statement clarified that her service year was extended by two months because she failed to attend the mandatory April 2025 biometrics clearance.
The statement says, “The NYSC Management wishes to a clarify misleading information circulating on social media regarding Corps Member Ushie Rita Uguamaye, State Code number LA/24B/8325.
“Contrary to false claims that she was denied a Certificate of National Service (CNS) due to critical remarks about the government, this assertion is entirely unfounded and false in its entirety.
“Rita is among the 131 Corps Members whose Certificates of National Service (CNS), were withheld for valid disciplinary reasons. Specifically, Rita’s service year has been extended by two months for failing to attend the April 2025 biometrics clearance, a decision that aligns with the NYSC Bye-Laws.
“It is important to note that this extension is a standard procedure and not unique to her case, and the principle of equal treatment was only applied in this case.
“The NYSC Management thus urges the public to approach this matter with understanding, as extending service for non-compliance is a longstanding tradition within the NYSC and should not be politicized.
“The NYSC Scheme remains committed to discharging its mandate, inline with the dictates of the constitution.”
