A Nigerian lady has shared a unique experience from her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) journey, revealing that she started the mandatory one-year program in 2023 but will only complete it in 2026.
From 2023 to 2026: A Prolonged NYSC Timeline
In a video that went viral on her TikTok page, the corps member, who uses the handle @ade_ola7, clarified that her extended service period was not the result of any punitive extension from NYSC officials. She captioned her video, "Life is so private. Not everyone knows I’ve been wearing this khaki since 2023. And finally 4 months to go. Started as Batch C2, 2023. Ending as A2 in 2026."
The Real Reason Behind the Delay
Responding to questions in the comments section, the lady provided the crucial detail. She explained that after serving for eight months, she had to pause her NYSC to attend the Nigerian Law School. Upon completing her legal education, the policy required her to start the NYSC program afresh, rather than resume from where she stopped. This reset is the reason her service year, which began in 2023, will conclude in 2026.
Mixed Reactions from Netizens
The revelation sparked a wave of comments from other TikTok users. While many offered congratulations, others shared similar experiences or sought clarification.
Notable reactions included:
- @Vee said: "ohhhhhhh, glad you achieved both. Congratulations in advance."
- @miss.mamas_ shared a similar timeline: "Omo me too I started 2023 I’m finishing November 19."
- @Oluwadunmininu commented: "Law school? Whatever it was, congratulationsssss."
- @th3cook identified as a "partner in remobilization," indicating a shared experience.
- @Omo_wunmi_lara asked a pointed question: "You paid back the allowance right."
The story highlights a less-discussed aspect of the NYSC program, where corps members who leave for mandatory professional programs like Law School often have to recommence their service year, leading to a much longer overall timeline than the standard twelve months.
