Here in this post, there would be an explanation on what happens if you don’t do nysc, just keep scrolling this page for more explanations.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is a mandatory one-year service program for every Nigerian graduate both home-trained and foreign-trained. If you do not participate in the NYSC scheme, you will face the following consequences:
- You will not be eligible for employment in any government or private facility. This is because most employers in Nigeria require NYSC certificates as a proof of completion of the mandatory one-year national service program.
- You will not be able to obtain a passport or a driver’s license. This is because the NYSC certificate is one of the requirements for obtaining these documents.
- You may be denied admission to graduate school or other post-graduate programs. Some schools may require NYSC certificates as a requirement for admission.
- You may be barred from holding certain public offices. This is because the NYSC certificate is one of the requirements for eligibility for certain public offices.
- You may be fined or imprisoned. The NYSC Act of 1973 stipulates that anyone who fails to participate in the NYSC program without a valid reason is liable to a fine of N5,000 or imprisonment for a term of up to one year, or both.
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In addition to these official consequences, there may also be social consequences to not doing NYSC. Some employers may view you as being less patriotic or less committed to Nigeria. You may also be seen as being less responsible or less reliable.
It is important to note that there are some exceptions to the NYSC requirement. For example, you are not required to serve if you are over the age of 30, if you are disabled, or if you have served in the military or paramilitary for a period of more than one year.
If you are unsure whether you are required to serve in the NYSC, you should contact the NYSC office in your state.
Here are some additional things to keep in mind about the NYSC:
- You can defer your service for up to two years, but you will still be required to serve at some point.
- You can apply for exemption from the NYSC if you meet certain criteria, such as being a member of a minority group or having a medical condition.
- If you are unable to serve in the NYSC due to circumstances beyond your control, you may be able to get a waiver.
The NYSC is a controversial program, and there are many people who believe that it is no longer necessary. However, it is still the law, and there are significant consequences for not participating. If you are a Nigerian graduate, it is important to weigh the pros and cons of the NYSC before making a decision about whether or not to serve.
