The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Lagos State, has warned prospective corps members to be mindful of the content they create and share on social media, cautioning that posts capable of damaging the image of the scheme could attract serious disciplinary consequences.
The warning was issued by the Lagos State Coordinator of NYSC, Mrs. Christiana Salmwang, during a briefing with prospective corps members ahead of their official swearing-in ceremony scheduled for Friday at the 21-day orientation camp.
Salmwang’s remarks followed reports that some corps members had been circulating videos and posts on social media portraying the Lagos orientation camp in a negative light. She described such actions as unfair, insisting that the Lagos NYSC camp remains one of the best in the country despite ongoing challenges.
She acknowledged that the camp is currently undergoing phased renovations aimed at improving facilities and the overall experience of corps members. According to her, the ongoing upgrade is the third phase of a larger rehabilitation plan, with further improvements expected after the current batch completes its orientation.
The Coordinator also revealed that a proposed 16,000-capacity permanent camp project in Agbowa, Ikorodu, is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, describing it as part of efforts to expand and modernise NYSC infrastructure in Lagos State.
Salmwang appealed for patience from corps members, noting that some Lagos corps members are currently being posted to other states due to temporary constraints at the orientation camp. She assured them that government efforts were ongoing to address the situation.
She reminded the corps members that the NYSC scheme is structured around four key components—orientation course, primary assignment, community development service, and the passing-out parade—emphasising that each stage is designed to prepare them for national service and responsible citizenship.
According to her, the orientation programme is not only about drills and lectures but also includes mentorship and entrepreneurship training aimed at equipping young graduates with skills for life after service.
Salmwang further urged corps members to remain security conscious throughout their service year, advising them to report any suspicious activities to camp authorities and to support one another as “brothers and sisters in national service.”
She also cautioned them against misconduct or behaviour that could lead to an extension of their service year, stressing the importance of discipline, patriotism, and responsible conduct both within and outside the camp.
The NYSC Lagos State leadership reaffirmed its commitment to improving camp facilities and ensuring a better experience for corps members, while also calling for cooperation in preserving the image and integrity of the national service programme.