Ex- NYSC DG, Tsiga Released From Kidnappers’ Den After 56 Days

Former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier-General Maharazu Tsiga (rtd), has regained his freedom after spending 56 days in kidnappers’ den.

Naija News recalls that Tsiga was abducted from his hometown in the Bakori local government area (LGA) of Katsina state on February 5, 2025, alongside nine other residents.

However, his abductors held him captive for weeks after his family paid over ₦60 million for his release.

Amid the conflicting figures regarding the ransom paid earlier, a close family member who spoke with Daily Trust said that after receiving the money, the kidnappers kept mum for one week before contacting the family, where they put the general on the phone to speak with them.

“The money was taken to them and it was only after one week, that was on Tuesday March 11, that they called and we heard his voice,” the source revealed.

Meanwhile, the Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, has affirmed that his administration will guarantee high-quality healthcare for all corps members throughout their service year.

He emphasized that corps members face various risks and health challenges during their national service, which necessitates the establishment of a comprehensive health package to support them as needed.

This statement was made during his introductory visit to the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr. Kelechi Ohiri, at his office in Abuja.

According to a press release signed by the Acting Director of Information and Public Relations for the Scheme, Caroline Embu, General Nafiu highlighted the importance of health insurance as a vital aspect of NYSC activities.

He noted that the National Health Insurance Authority plays a crucial role as a key partner in the Scheme’s initiatives concerning corps members.

During his visit, he stressed the importance of enhancing collaboration between NYSC and NHIA to better enable corps members to serve their country