Your Handy Guide to All NYSC State Secretariats in Nigeria
Hello, fellow corps member! Whether you’re a current “porter” or a freshly posted “baby corper,” knowing your way around the NYSC state secretariat is a must. It’s your home base for everything after camp. Lost your call-up letter (NYSC Call-Up Number vs Call-Up Letter: What’s The Difference)? Need to sort out relocation? This is the place. Think of this as your go-to list for finding every secretariat, from Lagos to Borno.
Why Knowing Your Secretariat Address is Crucial
Your state secretariat is like your NYSC headquarters. This is where you’ll go for your monthly clearance, collect your allowance (the popular “allawee”), process documentation, and get help with any issues during your service year. Having the correct address saved on your phone can save you a lot of stress.
Complete List of NYSC State Secretariats & the FCT
Here is the full breakdown, organised by region to make it easy to find.
North West Zone
- Kaduna State: NYSC Secretariat, Tafawa Balewa Way, Opposite Government House, Kaduna.
- Kano State: NYSC State Secretariat, Opposite Police Children School, Maganda Road, off BUK Road, Kano.
- Katsina State: NYSC Secretariat, near Kofar Kaura Underpass, Kano Road, Katsina.
- Jigawa State: NYSC Secretariat, by Dutse Stadium Road, opposite FRSC Office, Dutse.
- Sokoto State: NYSC Secretariat, along Kalambaina Road, near Government Day Secondary School, Sokoto.
- Kebbi State: NYSC Secretariat, along Sir Ahmadu Bello Way, Birnin Kebbi.
- Zamfara State: NYSC Secretariat, Gusau-Harguna Road, opposite NNPC Mega Station, Gusau.
North East Zone
- Adamawa State: NYSC Secretariat, Block C, Former State Secretariat, Tsohon GRA, Jimeta, Yola.
- Bauchi State: NYSC Secretariat, 7 Mohammed Awolowo Road, off Yakubun Bauchi Road, Bauchi.
- Borno State: NYSC Secretariat, along Shehu Laminu Way, opposite Ramat Polytechnic Maiduguri.
- Gombe State: NYSC Secretariat, along Pantami Stadium Road, behind Gombe International Hotel, Gombe.
- Taraba State: NYSC Secretariat, 2 Ngada Way, Jalingo.
- Yobe State: NYSC Secretariat, along Damaturu-Gashua Road, opposite NNPC Depot, Damaturu.
North Central Zone
- Benue State: NYSC Secretariat, along Gboko Road, opposite Radio Benue, Makurdi.
- Kogi State: NYSC Secretariat, 2 Lokoja-Ajaokuta Road, near Army Barracks, Lokoja.
- Kwara State: NYSC Secretariat, along Asa Dam Road, Ilorin.
- Nasarawa State: NYSC Secretariat, along Makurdi Road, opposite Police Headquarters, Lafia.
- Niger State: NYSC Secretariat, along Western Bypass, Minna.
- Plateau State: NYSC Secretariat, 3 Yakubu Gowon Way, Jos.
South West Zone
- Ekiti State: NYSC Secretariat, along Iworoko Road, opposite College of Education, Ado-Ekiti.
- Lagos State: NYSC Secretariat, 3 Alimosho Road, by Labour House, Agege, Lagos.
- Ogun State: NYSC Secretariat, along Abeokuta-Ibadan Road, opposite Federal Secretariat, Abeokuta.
- Ondo State: NYSC Secretariat, along Oda Road, Akure.
- Osun State: NYSC Secretariat, along Ibadan Road, opposite Nigeria Union of Journalists Secretariat, Osogbo.
- Oyo State: NYSC Secretariat, along Secretariat Road, Agodi, Ibadan.
South East Zone
- Abia State: NYSC Secretariat, 5 Okigwe Road, Umuahia.
- Anambra State: NYSC Secretariat, along Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, opposite Amaku Hospital, Awka.
- Ebonyi State: NYSC Secretariat, 8 Nkwerre Street, off Water Works Road, Abakaliki.
- Enugu State: NYSC Secretariat, 2 Abakaliki Road, near NTA, Enugu.
- Imo State: NYSC Secretariat, 7 Okigwe Road, Owerri.
South South Zone
- Akwa Ibom State: NYSC Secretariat, along Ikot Ekpene Road, Uyo.
- Bayelsa State: NYSC Secretariat, along Isaac Boro Expressway, Yenagoa.
- Cross River State: NYSC Secretariat, along Murtala Mohammed Highway, Calabar.
- Delta State: NYSC Secretariat, along Okpanam Road, Asaba.
- Edo State: NYSC Secretariat, 6 Ikpokpan Road, GRA, Benin City.
- Rivers State: NYSC Secretariat, 25 Aba Road, Port Harcourt.
Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
- FCT, Abuja: NYSC FCT Secretariat, Area 1, near Old Parade Ground, Garki, Abuja.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the first place I should report to after the orientation camp?
After you receive your posting letter at camp, you must first report to your Place of Primary Assignment (PPA). After that, you should visit your NYSC state secretariat to register and complete your documentation with the local government inspector.
What if I get lost trying to find the secretariat?
Don’t worry, it happens! The best thing to do is ask a friendly looking person for directions to the “NYSC office.” Almost everyone, especially motorbike (okada) and tricycle (keke) riders, will know the way. You can also use a map app on your phone, but asking locals is often faster.
Can I go to the secretariat any day?
It’s best to go on weekdays, Monday to Friday, during official working hours (usually 8 am to 4 pm). Avoid going on public holidays or weekends, as the office will be closed.
What documents should I take with me for my first visit?
Always carry your original call-up letter, your posting letter from camp, and your NYSC registration slip. It’s also wise to have multiple photocopies of these documents and a valid form of ID like your driver’s licence or voter’s card.
Is the secretariat address the same as the orientation camp address?
No, they are different. The orientation camp ( All NYSC Orientation Camp Addresses In Nigeria FULL LIST ) is where you spend your first three weeks. The state secretariat is a government office in the state capital where you will handle administrative matters for the rest of your service year.
Who should I ask for when I get to the secretariat?
Head to the office of the Local Government Inspector (LGI) for your specific area. There will be signs or a reception desk to guide you. Be polite, explain you are a new corps member (NYSC Approved Institutions That Can Produce Corp Members Accredited Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education) reporting, and they will direct you.
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