Tinubu has instructed the Ministry of Education to incorporate graduates from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and the Law School.

Tinubu has instructed the Ministry of Education to incorporate graduates from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and the Law School

The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Visitor to the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has announced that he has instructed the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) to develop the required procedures for integrating NOUN graduates into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program, especially those within the eligible age range as stipulated by the law.

“With the changing demographics of our great nation the government has recognised the importance of allowing NOUN graduates to participate in the NYSC scheme,” he said.

The President gave the directive in his speech at the 13th Convocation Ceremony of the university on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at the university’s convocation arena, university headquarters, Jabi, Abuja.

Represented by the Deputy Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC), Dr. Biodun Saliu,, president Tinubu also disclosed the positive resolution of the longstanding issue regarding the attendance of NOUN law graduates at the Law School.

 

“The doors of the Law School are now open to the graduates, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Any remaining concerns or uncertainties should be promptly addressed by the Federal Ministry of Education,” he said.

The President said the gathering signified not only the academic achievement of the graduates but also underscored the pivotal role Open and Distance Education (ODL) plays in the nation’s educational landscape.

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