The National Youth Service Corps has reaffirmed its commitment to the Federal Character Principle and pledged stronger collaboration with the Federal Character Commission, following a courtesy visit by NYSC Director General Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu to the Commission's headquarters in Abuja.

Nafiu commended the Commission for its dedication to ensuring equity in recruitment, appointments, promotions and the distribution of personnel across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory. He noted that the NYSC has consistently adhered to due process and government regulations in the discharge of its statutory responsibilities, earning recognition for excellence in public service delivery.

The Director General described the Federal Character Principle as a critical instrument for ensuring equitable representation of Nigerians across states, geopolitical zones, ethnic groups and religious backgrounds, and affirmed the Scheme's commitment to complying with both the letter and spirit of its provisions.

Nafiu further observed that the mandates of the NYSC and the Federal Character Commission are complementary, with both institutions dedicated to promoting national unity, inclusiveness and equal participation in nation building. He pledged that the Corps would continue working closely with the Commission on personnel placement and all matters relating to the Federal Character Principle.

The Executive Chairman, Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, told the visiting delegation that the Commission was established to promote fairness and inclusiveness in government institutions by ensuring equitable representation of all segments of the Nigerian federation. She urged ministries, departments and agencies to strictly adhere to the Commission's policies and guidelines in order to sustain public confidence and prevent feelings of marginalisation among citizens.

Before the courtesy visit, Nafiu held an interactive session with the FCC Committee on Social Development, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, chaired by the Federal Commissioner representing Plateau State, Hon. Pam Bot Mang. The session focused on strengthening collaboration and advancing equity in recruitment, postings, promotions and appointments across government institutions.