Nigerian celebrities who participated in NYSC: Every Nigerian graduate is mandated to participate in the one year National Youth Service Corp (NYSC). The scheme was setup on May 22, 1973, to foster national integration and development in the nation, especially after the ripple effects caused by the civil war.
Individuals who miss out of the compulsory service are at the risk of not getting employment, vying for government positions among other things. Despite that some people do not like to go for service because they don’t plan on getting white collar jobs or just see it as a waste of time. In recent times, some top Nigerians have faced the repercussion for not having a school or NYSC certificate, and this has enlightened the people on why going for service is important.
We have gathered some Nigerian entertainers who have undergone the NYSC service.
1. Davido
Son of Nigerian billionaire and music star, David Adeleke, recently created a buzz after he registered for NYSC. The move not only surprised a lot of people, it also was very pleasing to many others especially those who served in the same NYSC camp as the Nwa Baby crooner. Davido revealed that he went for service so as to tie up loose ends. This was a smart move on his part seeing as his uncle, Ademola Adeleke, faced a lot of heat over his school certificate.
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Yoruba actor, Owolabi Ajasa, despite not being a youngster also registered for the one year compulsory service.
The proud thespian took to Instagram to share photos of himself in Kogi state, where he was posted for service.
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