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Evening Recap: NYSC introduces new mobilisation requirement, UK opens Chevening applications, other top stories

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  • The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Nigeria now requires a NERD clearance certificate for mobilization, aiming to curb certificate fraud and ensure only qualified graduates participate.
  • A TikTok content creator underwent a traditional cleansing ritual in Oyo State after filming the sacred Oloolu masquerade procession without permission.
  • The United Kingdom has opened applications for its 2026 Chevening Scholarships, offering fully funded master's degrees to outstanding professionals worldwide.

Nigeria's National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has introduced a new mandatory requirement for prospective corps members: a compliance certificate from the Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD). The NYSC Director-General stated the policy aims to strengthen institutional accountability, combat certificate fraud, and ensure that only genuinely qualified graduates are mobilized for national service. Tertiary institutions are urged to inform students about this new prerequisite.

The NYSC Director-General said the policy is aimed at strengthening institutional accountability, curbing certificate fraud and ensuring that only qualified graduates participate in the scheme.

— NYSC Director-GeneralExplaining the rationale behind the new NERD clearance requirement.

In cultural news, a TikTok content creator faced traditional consequences after filming the revered Oloolu masquerade procession in Oyo State without obtaining prior permission. The incident sparked significant reactions on social media, with traditional authorities emphasizing the sacred nature of the masquerade. This event has reignited discussions about the importance of preserving cultural heritage and respecting traditional institutions in the digital age.

The incident sparked widespread reactions on social media, with traditional authorities insisting that the masquerade is sacred and should not be recorded without permission.

— Article textDescribing the reaction to the TikTok creator filming the Oloolu masquerade.

Meanwhile, the United Kingdom has officially opened applications for its 2026 Chevening Scholarships. This fully funded program invites outstanding professionals from Nigeria and other eligible countries to pursue a one-year master’s degree at any UK university. Beyond academic pursuits, the scholarship offers valuable opportunities for global networking and leadership development.

The fully funded programme offers successful applicants the opportunity to pursue a one-year master’s degree at any UK university, while also providing access to global networking opportunities and leadership development.

— Article textDetailing the benefits of the 2026 Chevening Scholarships.
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