NYSC Advises Against Henna for Prospective Corps Members

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has issued a statement urging prospective female corps members to refrain from applying henna to their fingers before attending orientation camps. This advisory was shared on Friday and emphasizes that henna designs can interfere with the mandatory biometric fingerprint registration process, which is a critical component of the camp documentation.

The NYSC explained that failure to obtain clear fingerprints due to henna application could lead to significant delays in the registration process, and in severe cases, may prevent corps members from completing their registration altogether. The NYSC highlighted the importance of keeping fingers clean and clear to ensure a smooth registration experience.

The advisory specifically targets female prospective corps members, reminding them to avoid applying henna or mehndi to their fingers when traveling to camp. This guidance is crucial as thousands of Nigerian graduates prepare to participate in the mandatory one-year national service.