The National Youth Service Corps has officially announced the commencement date for its 2025 Batch 'C' orientation course, marking an important milestone for thousands of prospective corps members across Nigeria.
Key Dates for 2025 Batch C Orientation
The orientation course will begin on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, simultaneously across all NYSC permanent orientation camps nationwide. This announcement was made through the NYSC Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu, via the official NYSC X handle on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
According to the detailed schedule released by the scheme, camp registration will commence on the same day the orientation begins and continue through midnight of Friday, November 21, 2025. This gives prospective corps members a three-day window to complete their registration formalities at their designated camps.
Important Ceremonies and Activities
The swearing-in ceremony, which formally initiates corps members into the service year, has been scheduled for Friday, November 21, 2025. This significant event marks the official beginning of the mandatory one-year national service for graduates.
The entire orientation course will conclude with a closing ceremony on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, after which corps members will proceed to their primary places of assignment for the remainder of their service year.
Safety Advisory from NYSC Leadership
Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, the NYSC Director-General, has issued important travel safety advice to all prospective corps members. The scheme strongly advises against night journeys while traveling to orientation camps, emphasizing the importance of security and well-being during transit.
The management also reminded corps members that the orientation course represents the foundational phase of their service year, featuring various activities including paramilitary training, skill acquisition programs, and cultural integration exercises designed to prepare them for the challenges ahead.
Prospective corps members are encouraged to monitor the official NYSC portal and social media channels for any additional updates or changes to the published schedule.
