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22 May 1973Event

NYSC created by Decree No. 24

The National Youth Service Corps was established to promote common ties and national unity among graduates after the civil war.

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22 May 1973

NYSC created by Decree No. 24

The National Youth Service Corps was established to promote common ties and national unity among graduates after the civil war.

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The National Youth Service Corps was established to promote common ties and national unity among graduates after the civil war. The scheme placed young Nigerians outside their home areas for service.

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