A man has proposed replacing the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme with a three-year National Military Service programme for fresh graduates, suggesting that participants should receive ₦5 million after completing their service.
In a proposal shared online, the man argued that the initiative could help build discipline, develop practical skills and strengthen young Nigerians’ sense of national responsibility.
He suggested that graduates undergo structured military training and service, including deployment to operational areas, as part of the proposed programme.
Man explains proposed military service plan
The man said the government should consider introducing the National Military Service (NNMS) as an alternative to the existing NYSC scheme.
“The Government should consider replacing NYSC with National Military Service (NNMS) for fresh graduates,” he wrote.
He proposed a three-year commitment, during which participants would undergo military service and potentially be deployed to areas where operations are taking place.
The proposal also includes a ₦5 million completion benefit for participants who successfully finish their service.
According to him, the arrangement would demand a serious commitment from young graduates but could offer benefits beyond the financial reward.
He wrote that the initiative could help build “discipline, national service, skills and a stronger sense of responsibility among young Nigerians.”
Proposal raises questions about youth service
The suggestion presents an alternative vision for Nigeria’s graduate service system, placing greater emphasis on military training, national security and structured service.
However, the proposal does not establish whether the government is considering such a programme. It also leaves questions about recruitment, training, deployment, funding and the safety of participants.
The suggested three-year commitment would represent a significant change from the existing NYSC arrangement.
Whether such a proposal would be practical or acceptable to graduates remains uncertain, as no official government response or implementation plan was provided in the account.
The discussion highlights broader questions about how Nigeria can equip young graduates with useful skills while encouraging national service and responsibility.
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