25-Year-Old NYSC Doctor Dies After Sick Leave Denied

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A 25-year-old medical doctor on National Youth Service asked for three weeks’ sick leave when he fell seriously ill, but his request was initially refused. Despite intervention appeals from his father and brother—both medical doctors—the NYSC only granted him leave days before he passed away. His tragic death has raised urgent questions about support and welfare provisions for corps members.

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