Minister of Youth Development Ayodele Olawande has dismissed reports that the Federal Government has approved Adire as the new uniform for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, saying his earlier remarks were taken out of context
The clarification comes after media reports claimed the minister had announced the replacement of the NYSC’s traditional khaki uniform with Adire during an interview on Channels Television.
In a statement, Olawande explained that he only mentioned Adire and Ankara as examples of ideas being discussed as part of the ongoing review of the NYSC scheme, stressing that no decision has been reached.
“My attention has been drawn to some media reports following my brief appearance earlier this morning on Channels TV regarding the ongoing reforms of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), particularly on the issue of the proposed uniform.
“For the avoidance of doubt, yes, I mentioned Adire during the discussion. I also mentioned Ankara. My intention was simply to cite examples of some of the proposals that have been put forward in the course of our consultations. It was not an announcement that any particular fabric has been adopted or approved to replace the current NYSC uniform.”
The minister added that the government is still evaluating several options and will only adopt a design that reflects professionalism, national identity, durability, functionality, affordability and national pride.
“For the record, what we are considering are different options that tick all the right boxes in terms of professional outlook, a unique national identity, durability, functionality, cost-effectiveness, and the projection of national pride. No final decision has been taken on the fabric or design,” he said.
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