In recent years, there have been several complaints from Corps members regarding their state or place of service.
This has been raising concerns, especially for recent graduates who are applying for the NYSC Program.
Choosing the right state for your NYSC service year is a critical decision that can significantly impact your overall experience.
Though you don’t have the overall choice of your place of service, at least during your registration you should choose states that have a favourable NYSC experience for Corps members.
Top 10 worst states in Nigeria to serve for NYSC
Borno State
Borno State is one of Nigeria’s top 10 worst NYSC camps, owing to the state’s high level of insecurity.
In fact, the state’s orientation camp is now used as an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp and has yet to be reopened.
Apart from the insecurity faced by corps members in this state, it also suffers from poor infrastructure and amenities, with restricted movement due to safety concerns.
Zamfara State
Zamfara State is another unfavourable state to serve in Nigeria due to poor infrastructure and road networks.
The state is also plagued by severe security issues, with a high rate of banditry and kidnapping.
Kebbi State
Kebbi State is another state in Nigeria that does not offer a favourable NYSC experience for corps members.
The state suffers from insecurity, poor infrastructure, and cases of flooding during the rainy season.
Taraba State
Taraba State has poor road networks and inadequate infrastructure.
This state lacks basic amenities like clean water, stable electricity, and reliable mobile network coverage.
Benue State
Benue State suffers from poor internet connectivity and a lack of access to electricity.
The infrastructure in Benue is inadequate, and the orientation camp does not meet acceptable standards.
Niger State
Niger State is another northern state suffering from insecurity, including banditry and kidnappings.
NYSC corps members often complain about poor infrastructure, such as bad roads, especially during the rainy season.
Adamawa State
Due to security concerns, the Adamawa NYSC orientation camp is regarded as one of Nigeria’s worst NYSC sites.
The camp was closed for about three years before being reopened.
The state is plagued by banditry and insurgency.
Gombe State
Gombe State has poor living conditions, including inadequate accommodation facilities, making it difficult for corps members to sleep comfortably.
Additionally, the state has very poor infrastructure and limited job opportunities for corps members.
Yobe State
Similar to Borno, Yobe State also faces insecurity due to terrorism and banditry.
NYSC corps members have reported several complaints about insecurity and poor living conditions.
Sokoto State
Sokoto is one of the hottest states in Nigeria.
NYSC corps members often complain about the extreme heat during the dry season, which can be difficult for those from southern regions to adjust to.
The state also has poor infrastructure and inadequate healthcare facilities.
Worst NYSC orientation camp in Nigeria
Borno State:
Location: Maiduguri
Address: Mustapha Umar El-Kanemi Arabic Teachers College, Maiduguri, Borno State.
Zamfara State:
Location: Tsafe Local Government Area
Address: NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Beside FRSC Office, Tsafe LGA, Zamfara State.
Taraba State
NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Sibre Airport Road, Jalingo, Taraba State.
Kebbi State
NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Dakingari Local Government Area, Kebbi State.
Benue State
NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Wannune, Tarka Local Government Area, Kilometre 35 Makurdi Gboko Road, Benue State.
Niger State
NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp (Former Abubakar Dada Senior Secondary School), Paiko, Niger State.
Gombe State:
Location: Amada, near Gombe International Airport
Address: NYSC Temporary Orientation Camp, Science Technical College, Amada, KM 21, Gombe-Bauchi Highway, Near International Airport, Gombe State.
Sokoto State
NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Wamakko, Wamakko Local Govt Area, Sokoto State.
Yobe State
NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Dazigau, KM 5 Potiskum-Kano Road, Nangere Local Government Area, Yobe State.
Adamawa State
NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Lapondo Road, Damare, Girei LGA, Adamawa State.
Criteria for Ranking the Worst States for NYSC in Nigeria
- Insecurities
States with high levels of insecurity, including terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, or communal clashes, are considered unfavourable for NYSC Corp’s members.
- Poor Infrastructure and Living Conditions
Poor access to basic amenities such as electricity, clean water, healthcare, and accommodation significantly affects the quality of life for corps members during service.
States with poor road networks, lack of functional schools, and inadequate public services are considered unfavourable for NYSC Corp’s members.
- Job Opportunities and Career Development
States with limited industries, underdeveloped, can hinder career growth during and after service for NYSC Corp’s members.
- Accessibility and Transportation
States with poor road networks, with limited access to transport vehicles, buses, or bikes, can affect NYSC Corp’s members negatively.
High transportation costs is also another factor that can negatively affect NYSC Corp’s members.
Conclusion
While these states have different challenges, some corps members have had positive experiences due to personal adaptability or supportive communities.
Note: This list was compiled from the experiences of different NYSC members during their service.