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Campus News2 min read2026-03-24

NYSC Responds to Viral “Death Trap” Claims — Denies Ransom Clause, Reaffirms Safety Measures

A viral post labelled “The NYSC Death Trap” sparked nationwide alarm — but the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has issued a firm rebuttal, denying any “ransom clause” and outlining steps it takes to protect Corps Members. What...

Azeez

Azeez

24 Mar 2026

NYSC Responds to Viral “Death Trap” Claims — Denies Ransom Clause, Reaffirms Safety Measures
Key takeaways
  • A viral post labelled “The NYSC Death Trap” sparked nationwide alarm — but the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has issued a firm rebuttal, denying any “ransom clause” and outlining steps it takes to protect Corps Members.
  • What NYSC said — denial of ransom clause and facts The NYSC categorically states there is no “ransom clause” in the NYSC Act, Bye‑laws, or official documents.
  • The Scheme urged the public to disregard the viral write‑up and emphasised that claims linking recent incidents to NYSC operations are inaccurate—specifically noting the individual involved, Musa Usman Abba, completed service in 2023.

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