NYSC MALE CORPS MEMBERS BAN BUYING FOOD FOR FEMALES, SPARKING GENDER DEBATE
In an unusual move that has sparked sharp gender discourse, male corps members at an NYSC orientation camp have reportedly agreed to stop buying meals for their female counterparts. The information came to light through a trending video posted by X user @ChuksEric, in which two female corps members discuss the unexpected resolution passed during a meeting held in the male hostel.
According to the women, the men not only agreed to boycott the practice of buying food for women but also threatened to penalize anyone among them who violated the new rule. Though it’s unclear what prompted the decision, many believe it was a response to perceived entitlement and financial pressure placed on men during camp. The development has divided opinions online.
Some commenters applauded the male corps members, describing the move as a long-overdue assertion of boundaries and financial independence. Others accused the men of acting out of bitterness, suggesting that the decision reflects deeper societal resentment rather than a genuine push for equality. With the standard NYSC monthly allowance being modest, the episode also sheds light on the economic pressures many young Nigerians face during their compulsory national service year.
