National Youth Service Corps

Unverified non-profit organisation

The National Youth Service Corps is a Nigerian organisation created in a bid to reconstruct, reconcile and rebuild the country after the Nigerian Civil war. The NYSC aims to encourage and develop common ties among the youths of Nigeria and to promote national unity. After completion of tertiary education, Nigerians have to undertake a one-year compulsory period of community service.

Website

http://nysc.gov.ng

Year established

1973

About this organisation

Partnership types

Advocacy of global issues; Provision of services / personnel

Regions / countries / territories

Africa: Nigeria

Global issues

Community development