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NYSC PPA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) And Answers – There are numerous questions asked by most corps members and even prospective corps members (PCMs) about NYSC PPA (Primary Place of Assignment). This article answers those questions and also gives possible ways to get a nice PPA where you could be retained or employed permanently after your one year youth service.

NYSC PPA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) And Answers

What is NYSC PPA?

NYSC Place of Primary Assignment (PPA) is a place where you perform the duty of serving your father land. This is done after your three (3) weeks in camp. It is compulsory as you need a place to work and show contribution during your service year. This is the reason why the authority of your PPA will have to rate you when are done with them.

Is It My Responsibility To Sort For PPA Myself?

No, you will be assigned PPA at the end of Camp-Passing-Out-Parade (POP).

What Are The Possible Places Of Primary Assignment (PPA) In The NYSC Scheme?

There are good number of places where you can do your PPA. You may be posted to schools (Primary, Secondary, Colleges of Education, Polytechnics, Universities), Hospital, Clinic, Government ministries and Parastatals, Private companies/firms excluding oil companies, Shipping companies and Banks except on special cases.

Why Would A PPA Reject Me?

A place of Primary Assignment (PPA) can reject you based on different reasons. However, the common ones are lack of accommodation, lack of space, too many corps members, lack of facilities, not having enough money to pay and so on.

What is the benefit of getting rejected?

I know it sounds bad or negative to the hearing but it still has lots of benefits. If you are rejected from one PPA, you will have the opportunity of looking out for a more conducive PPA by yourself. And perhaps, one with a higher pays. Rejecting will pave way for you to find a suitable place for yourself.

SEE STEPS TO REJECT PPA AND GET A NEW PLACE

Can I change PPA after am already accepted and started working?

Yes, you surely can. Just that it’s not always as easy as when you have not been accepted at all. For you to be changed in this situation, you must be able to present a really genuine and important reason or excuse to NYSC.

Can I be rejected after I am accepted at a PPA?

It is possible, one could be rejected after being accepted at the place of primary assignment. There was a scenario where corps members who were posted to a school and were warmly accepted but were rejected a few months towards the end of the one year youth service. Note: Your boss will write NYSC by himself. It is not your concern. This happens only in rare cases.

Can I change to a new Local Government entirely?

Yes you can but it can be very stressful. You may have to report at your present local government, after they have given you permission, then you will open a file at the new local government. But, it’s easier said than done.

Do I have any rights at my PPA?

Yes, you do have rights. Your posting letter from NYSC camp stated that you are to be addressed as a staff that’s one of your entitlements. Therefore you have all the rights of a staff in anywhere you are posted as your PPA.

What if my PPA refuses to reject me after staying with them for some time?

If PPA refuses to reject you, kindly; write a “change of PPA letter” to NYSC. If they still do not do anything about it, be persistent in writing and complaining to them. Never give up in writing letter to NYSC. Keep disturbing them with your letter till you are been responding to.

If I am rejected, and don’t want NYSC to give me a PPA, what do i do?

If you are rejected, and you wish to get a particular PPA for yourself, kindly look for a good place by yourself. Negotiate terms with them and collect an acceptance letter and take it to your local government. They will then continue from there.

If I am maltreated badly at my PPA, what can i do?

There are two things required of you to do. You can either stand and fight for yourself or report the case to your LI or LGI. If it is critical, you can call the state coordinator into it. But it’s advisable to go through your LI and expect the situation to be fixed immediately.

Can I change my PPA to another State entirely?

No, you cannot. You are only entitled to serve your country via the state you are posted

Can I continue working at my PPA after NYSC service?

Yes, it is very much possible. Some places can retain you and make you their staff if you impress them enough. Also, you can apply to continue working with them if you want by simply writing an application letter to your PPA when you are through. You can even discuss it with your boss while serving.

Am I entitle to a leave or break at my PPA?

Not really, but can request for a sick leave, if you are critically ill. You will have to address a letter for sick leave to your PPA. Similarly, during your CDS, you get one (1) day off in a week from your PPA to do your CDS work.

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