The Federal Government has announced plans to replace the traditional National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) khaki uniform with Adire fabric as part of ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning the national service scheme.
The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, disclosed the development on Thursday during an interview, explains that the initiative is designed to promote local production and strengthen Nigeria’s textile industry.
According to the minister, the proposed Adire uniform will be produced entirely within Nigeria, creating more opportunities for indigenous textile manufacturers while reducing the country’s reliance on imported materials.
Olawande noted that Adire production has grown significantly across several states, making it a viable alternative for the NYSC uniform.
“Our focus is to ensure that government patronage benefits Nigerian businesses. Adire is produced locally, and this is one way of investing public funds back into our economy,” Olawande said.
He explained that beyond supporting local manufacturers, the initiative is expected to boost the textile sector, encourage indigenous craftsmanship and increase demand for fabrics produced within the country.
The minister also revealed that the Federal Government is reviewing the NYSC deployment process to ensure corps members are posted to organisations where their academic qualifications, professional expertise and skills can be effectively utilised.
According to him, the planned reforms are aimed at improving the relevance and impact of the NYSC programme while ensuring graduate postings align more closely with the country’s workforce and development needs.
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