Abuja, December 12, 2025 — The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has formally commended Codefest Africa for its impactful partnership in advancing the digital skills and technological capacity of corps members across Nigeria.
In an official Letter of Appreciation for Partnership and Engagement with NYSC Corps Members, issued from the NYSC Directorate Headquarters in Abuja, the Scheme praised Codefest Africa for its “reliable, long-standing, and valuable” contributions to youth upskilling, particularly in technology and innovation.
Signed by Aremu Kehinde, Director (SAED), for the Director-General, the letter acknowledged Codefest’s role in creating meaningful opportunities for corps members, highlighting their participation in the Codefest Nigerian Hackathon Expo & Awards held on November 20, 2025. According to NYSC, corps members delivered outstanding performances at the event and gained high visibility through extensive local and international media coverage.
“The success recorded vividly demonstrates the impact of our collaborative efforts,” the NYSC stated, adding that the Scheme looks forward to strengthening the partnership to ensure corps members continue to benefit from “world-class opportunities.”
Reacting to the recognition, Moss Uramta, Chief Executive Officer of Codefest Africa, described the commendation as a validation of the organization’s mission to empower Nigerian youth through technology.
“We are deeply honored by this recognition from the NYSC,” Uramta said. “Our partnership with the Scheme reflects a shared commitment to equipping young Nigerians with practical, future-ready digital skills. The performance of corps members at the Codefest Nigerian Hackathon Expo & Awards shows what is possible when talent is given the right platform.”
He reaffirmed Codefest Africa’s commitment to expanding access to innovation-driven programs for young people nationwide.
“We remain committed to working with NYSC to create more inclusive opportunities that prepare corps members for the global digital economy,” Uramta added.
The NYSC concluded its letter by extending the Director-General’s highest regards to Codefest Africa and expressing appreciation for the organization’s continued support of youth development in Nigeria.