Ayodele Olawande, the Minister of Youth Development, has retracted his previous statement suggesting that Adire fabric could replace the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) khaki uniform. The reversal was announced via a statement on his X account, following significant backlash from the public regarding the initial proposal.

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Nigeria, established in 1973 following the civil war, is undergoing evaluations by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and other stakeholders. They are focusing on reforms, the employability of corps members, and other objectives to enhance the program's effectiveness and relevance in contemporary society.

Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, has stated that reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) will enhance youth employment across Nigeria. Speaking in Osogbo, he praised the Federal Government's efforts to transform the NYSC into a skills-driven platform aimed at empowering youth and fostering national development.

A youth group has called on President Tinubu to halt proposed reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), cautioning against transforming the scheme into a basic skills acquisition programme. They argue that such changes could undermine the original purpose of the NYSC.

The Coalition for National Unity and Youth Development, a youth advocacy group, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to suspend certain aspects of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program while advocating for the retention of its leadership structure. The appeal highlights concerns regarding the funding and operational framework of the NYSC.

Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Philip Agbese, has called on President Bola Tinubu to halt the proposed reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), citing the need for broader consultation on the changes. Agbese represents the Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency of Benue State.