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4 LAS News stories tagged “Nysc”, newest first. Every story links its sources.
Two men admit to DSS confessions in NYSC kidnapping trial but deny abduction
Usman and Babangida Aliyu admitted making confessional statements to the DSS during their trial for abducting 20 NYSC members, while maintaining they were not involved in the crime and pleading for release.
LAS News Desk · 5 Nov 2026, 17:17 WAT · 2 sources
Police pledge protection for NYSC members and election workers ahead of 2027 polls
The Nigeria Police Force has committed to safeguard National Youth Service Corps members and other ad hoc staff engaged by INEC during the 2027 general elections, following recent abductions of corps members.
LAS News Desk · 5 Nov 2026, 16:45 WAT · 3 sources
Imo High Court Schedules Four‑Day Hearing for Five Suspected NYSC Kidnapper Suspects
The Imo State High Court has scheduled a four-day trial for five suspects accused of abducting 20 NYSC members in October, ordering a verdict before January 2027.
LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 17:45 WAT · 5 sources
Five suspects detained in joint operation after NYSC mass kidnapping in Imo State
Security forces from the DSS, military and police arrested five alleged gang members linked to the October 1 abduction of 20 NYSC trainees in Imo, while three others fled with gunshot wounds, prompting a continued manhunt.
LAS News Desk · 17 Oct 2026, 04:45 WAT · 8 sources