Corps members who miss the monthly NYSC clearance are liable to punishment, which can range from forfeiture of their stipend to an extension of their service year. In this post, we will examine the effects of missing the NYSC monthly clearance, specifically the biometric finger capturing process.
As part of the NYSC program, graduates are required to obtain a “Clearance Certificate” after completing their service year. This document serves as proof of successful completion and is essential for career advancement and other important aspects of professional life.
However, circumstances may arise where graduates fail to obtain their NYSC clearance certificate within the stipulated time frame.
This could be due to various reasons such as oversight, unavoidable circumstances, or even deliberate actions. In this article, we will explore the effects of missing NYSC clearance and shed light on potential consequences that individuals may face, as well as possible solutions to mitigate these challenges.
NYSC monthly clearance
Kindly note that the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) takes the monthly clearance of corps members very seriously and always punishes members who fail to participate in the exercise. Now, the question is, “What are the penalties for missing NYSC clearance?”
Before we delve into the possible penalties or punishments, let’s first examine the meaning of NYSC clearance.
The NYSC clearance is a monthly official exercise designed to dispel doubts regarding a Corps member’s completion of duties at their place of primary assignment. It serves as a qualification for receiving monthly allowances and other entitlements.
However, the main purpose of NYSC clearance is to minimize the number of Ghost Corps members and encourage discipline.
For example, Corps member might be doing his regular business in Lagos whereas he was posted to Sokoto.
NYSC monthly clearance is usually done in the first week of every month at the of office of Local Government Inspector (LGI).
The process begins by obtaining a clearance letter from the head of your Primary Place of Assignment (PPA), which is then submitted to your NYSC Local Government Inspector (LGI). If the NYSC LGI is satisfied, he or she will grant you access to undergo biometric thumbprinting. Once your thumbprint is recorded, your data will be sent to the NYSC ICT department at the Abuja headquarters for documentation.
The ICT department will indicate whether you are marked as “Present” or “Absent” based on your circumstances. “Present” signifies that you have been cleared for that particular month, while “Absent” indicates that you have not.
To check your monthly NYSC clearance status, you can visit the NYSC portal online.
Effect of missing NYSC monthly clearance
Below are the ugly effects of missing NYSC monthly;
- You will not be paid your monthly allowance;
- Extension of your service year without pay.
WARNING: Do not miss the monthly NYSC clearance under any circumstances. If there is a situation that might prevent you from attending the clearance, make sure to obtain approval from the NYSC. This can be done by writing a request letter to your state coordinator through your Local Government Inspector (LGI).
What to do if you miss NYSC clearance
If you miss your clearance, run to your Local Government Inspector (LGI) and explain the reason. Maybe there is a way he can help. Alternatively, you can go to the NYSC state secretariat and appeal for mercy, although this may not always be helpful.
Source: Nyscinfo
Please I went for clearance today and my thumbprint was showing another person’s profile..what do I do Please
Pls I have missed two month clearance, because I was waiting for my relocation pls can I go and do the next clearance while waiting for my relocation and my portal is saying missed consecutive attendance, pls help
SAME CASE WITH YOU ANY HELP?
I went for my clearance for last month april but have not received my allowance others have received
Good morning, pls I applied for reposting with a request letter two days ago, I’ve been checking my dashboard, nothing has been placed there. What do I do?
plz house i need help on a serious issue, Pls if someone went for clearance and his thumbprint did not reflect, what next line of action. plz i need your sincere answers if possible those with such experience either in the past or now…
Thank yo
Please I have similar issue have you gotten any solution? Can I have your number? Here’s mine 08165693849
Am in serious trouble right now bro am having my clearance tomorrow 2/02/2021 am still on my way to my ppa am not sure I will get there tomorrow because traveling is something done by God I pray for journey mercies I need any ideas that can calm me down if not I feel hell on me God pls 2020 batch b2
I have been scheduled for my monthly clearance on Tuesday can I go on Wednesday or will it be too late
I’m having serious issue at my pp and I have a month before my final clearance. What do I do
Good afternoon.I absconded from my ppa as I didn’t bother to resume…how do I remit al the allowance paid to me by nysc ..as I am not interested in serving anymore.
Good morning,pls my thumb print could not b captured for December and January clearance,my LGI had written a letter and sent it to Abuja.is there possibility that my December and January allowance will b paid
Has your allowance been paid, because I’m having same issue, please I need advice
Please am an ex coper, I just passed out few days ago. But I haven’t received my Allowance till. Please what can I do to see that my final NYSC Allowance is paid.
Thanks a lot.
Contact your LGI
Am among those that left camp cause if covid19 i received Allawee for the month of March and my relocation was approved on March 22 and did not receive April,May,June but received July
Please what might be the cause