NYSC Orientation Camps and Locations in Nigeria

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is a pivotal government program initiated during Nigeria's military regime, aimed at integrating Nigerian graduates into the nation’s development through a year-long national service year. Established in 1973, it serves as a unique platform for graduates to contribute actively to national unity and socioeconomic progress.

Under the NYSC scheme, university and polytechnic graduates undergo a mandatory one-year service period, deployed across various sectors such as education, healthcare, agriculture, and public administration. This program not only fosters a sense of national unity but also equips graduates with practical skills and experiences that are crucial for their personal and professional development.

The NYSC program is managed by a Director-General, currently Yusha’u Dogara Ahmed, overseeing operations and ensuring the program's objectives are met effectively nationwide. One of the cornerstone activities of the NYSC year is the orientation camp, where corps members undergo rigorous training, orientation, and community bonding exercises.

These camps are strategically located across Nigeria's states and are vital hubs for the commencement of the service year.

NYSC Orientation Camps and their Locations in Nigeria

No	State	Camp Address	Status
1	Abia	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Umunna, Bende L.G.A	Permanent
2	Adamawa	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Old Gongola Brewery Damare village along Lapondo Road, Girei L.G.A Adamawa State	Permanent
3	Akwa-ibom	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Former Federal Technical College Ikotitie Udung, Nsit Atai L.G.A	Permanent
4	Anambra	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Girls Secondary School Umunya Oyi L.G.A. Km 21, Enugu-Onitsha Expressway.	Permanent
5	Bauchi	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Wailo, Km 60, Bauchi Maiduguri Express Road, Ganjuwa L.G.A.	Permanent
6	Bayelsa	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Kalama Grammar School, Kaiama, Kolokuma Opokuma L.G.A.	Temporary
7	Benue	Government Secondary School, Gboko.	Temporary
8	Borno	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Biu Road, Near Kano Motor Park Maiduguri	Permanent
9	Cross River	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Obubra, via Apiapum, Obubra L.G.A.	Permanent
10	Delta	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Iseele-Uku, Aniocha North L.G.A.	Permanent
11	Ebonyi	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Macgregor College Afikpo L.G.A. Ebonyi State	Semi-Permanent
12	Edo	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Okada	Permanent
13	Ekiti	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Ise/Emure Grammar School, Ise Orun L.G.A.	Semi-Permanent
14	Enugu	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Awgu, Awgu L.G.A.	Permanent
15	FCT	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Kubwa Village, Abuja.	Permanent
16	Gombe	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, GSS Mallam Sidi, Km 27, Gombe Mallam Sidi L.G.A.	Semi-Permanent
17	Imo	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Umudi-Nkwere L.G.A.	Permanent
18	Jigawa	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Opposite Army Barrack, Fanisua Dutse L.G.A, Jigawa State	Temporary
19	Kaduna	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Km 16, Kaduna, Abuja Express Road, Kaduna Sabon Gaya, Chikum L.G.A.	Permanent
20	Kano	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Kusala Dam Karaya	Permanent
21	Katsina	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Youth Multi-Purpose Centre, Katsina	Permanent
22	Kebbi	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Government Science College, Dakingari L.G.A, Kebbi State	Temporary
23	Kwara	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Yikpata, Edu L.G.A.	Permanent
24	Kogi	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Asaya Kabba, Kabba/Buni L.G.A.	Permanent
25	Lagos	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Ipaja Road, Agege, Agege L.G.A.	Permanent
26	Nasarawa	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Magaji dan Yanusa, Keffi	Permanent
27	Niger	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Former Government School, Paiko Minna, Abuja Road, L.G.A.	Permanent
28	Ogun	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Defunct Methodist Teacher’s Training College Shagamu L.G.A.	Permanent
29	Ondo	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Ondo State College of Basic Science, Ikare Akoka.	Permanent
30	Osun	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Aisu State Hospital Road, Cottage, Ede.	Permanent
31	Oyo	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Iseyin, Iseyin L.G.A.	Permanent
32	Plateau	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Zang Secondary Commercial School, Bukuru, Jos South L.G.A, Plateau State.	Permanent
33	Rivers	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Community Secondary School, Nonwa Gbam, Tai L.G.A.	Permanent
34	Sokoto	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Former Sports Complex Faru-Faru Sokoto (Now Used By Sokoto State Polytechnic), Wamaiko L.G.A.	Temporary
35	Taraba	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Taraba State Government College, Jalingo, Jalingo L.G.A.	Temporary
36	Yobe	NYSC Permanent Orientation Camps, Potiskum Gombe Road, Fika, Yobe State.	Permanent
37	Zamfara	Government Secondary School, Tsafe, Gusau Zaria Road, Tsafa, Tsafa L.G.A.	Temporary

Conclusion

Prospective corps members are advised to research and prepare adequately before embarking on their NYSC journey to ensure a smooth and fulfilling experience. These orientation camps not only serve as training grounds but also as crucial hubs for building lasting friendships and fostering a deeper understanding of Nigeria's diverse cultures and challenges.

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