The NYSC anthem and pledge are taught to all prospective corps members during the NYSC orientation camp. The camp is a three-week program that is designed to prepare corps members for their service year.
During the camp, corps members are taught about the NYSC program, the history of Nigeria, and the importance of national service.
In addition to being taught during the orientation camp, the NYSC anthem and pledge are also recited at all NYSC events. This helps to reinforce the importance of these core values to corps members.
NYSC Anthem Lyrics
Youths obey the clarion call
Let us lift our nation high
Under the sun or in the rain
With dedication and selflessness
Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve.
Members, take the great salute
Put the Nation first in all
With service and humility
NYSC for the noble youths
Make Nigeria a great nation.
Far and near we come to serve
And to build our fatherland
With oneness and loyalty
NYSC for unity
Hail Nigeria, our great nation.
National Pledge
I pledge to Nigeria, my Country,
To be faithful, loyal and honest,
To serve Nigeria with all my strength,
To defend her unity and
Uphold her honour and glory
So, help me God
