NYSC DG warns corps members against partisan politics, AI misinformation

The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig. Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, has warned corps members against participating in political campaigns or using their NYSC identities and social media platforms to promote political parties or candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Nafiu gave the warning on Wednesday during a working visit to the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Katsina, according to Arise TV.

The NYSC Director-General reminded corps members that participation in partisan political activities was prohibited and urged them to maintain political neutrality throughout their service year.

He warned that corps members whose online activities were found to be promoting political parties or candidates while using their NYSC identities could face disciplinary measures.

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Nafiu also cautioned the corps members against the spread of misinformation, particularly as advances in artificial intelligence have made it increasingly difficult to distinguish authentic digital content from manipulated photographs, videos and other materials.

He urged them to verify the source and authenticity of information before sharing or reposting content online.

The NYSC boss advised corps members to establish when photographs or videos were produced, examine their sources and determine whether the materials had been digitally manipulated before distributing them.

Corps Members To Support 2027 Elections

Nafiu noted that corps members would have an important role to play in the 2027 general elections, with many expected to serve as ad hoc personnel during the electoral process.

He described their prospective participation as an important civic responsibility and urged them to carry out their duties impartially to support the conduct of credible, free and fair elections.

The Director-General also encouraged corps members to take advantage of the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme, saying vocational and entrepreneurial skills could improve their prospects in an increasingly competitive economy.

He explained that the orientation course was designed to prepare corps members for the responsibilities of national service by promoting discipline, leadership, teamwork, obedience and a strong sense of responsibility.

According to him, activities including military drills and Man O’ War obstacle exercises were intended to build resilience, discipline and teamwork among participants.

1,333 Corps Members Register In Katsina

Earlier, the Katsina State NYSC Coordinator, Evans Okwor, disclosed that 1,333 corps members had registered for the orientation exercise.

He said the figure comprised 759 male and 574 female corps members, while 363 officials were involved in the administration of the programme.

Okwor explained that 173 NYSC officials and 190 personnel from partner agencies were participating in the orientation exercise.

He added that the camp clinic had 40 medical personnel and was equipped with essential medicines to respond to the healthcare needs of corps members and officials.

According to him, 783 corps members and 40 camp officials had received medical attention since the commencement of the exercise, while 14 cases were referred to the General Hospital, Katsina.

He said two patients remained on admission as of the time of his report.

Okwor identified malaria, typhoid, asthma, peptic ulcer disease, body pains and blood pressure-related conditions among the health challenges recorded at the camp.

The coordinator commended the corps members for maintaining discipline and adapting positively to the camp’s routines and activities.

The 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course, which commenced on August 5, is scheduled to end on August 25, 2026.