Bribe claims have emerged yet again as former National Youth Service (NYS) personnel continue to chase unpaid savings that were deducted from their monthly allowances during service. For years, young men and women who served in NYS have raised concerns about the funds that were meant to be released once their service ended, but many say they are still waiting.
The matter is not new, and once again it has resurfaced with fresh details from a source who has reached out to blogger Cyprian Is Nyakundi, highlighting just how widespread the frustration has become.
The monthly allowance given to NYS members includes a Ksh 600 deduction, marked as compulsory savings. These funds are meant to help the youth start life after service, acting as a small financial cushion. However, as reported earlier by this outlet, thousands of former NYS members never received their full dues.
Each individual was expected to receive about Ksh 33,000 upon discharge, but many have been left empty-handed despite waiting for years. In a message sent directly to Cyprian Is Nyakundi, a concerned ex-member said, “Hi Cyprian. Hide ID. Please help me and many youths out here put on spotlight this NYS. They are not paying Ex service men/women their savings. It’s just a rotation story of write a claim letter and wait.. Making it worse there are some people/officers there conning youths eti wanawatolea hizo pesa. Please. Thank you.”
The message paints a grim picture of a system that has become frustrating and possibly corrupt.Several sources have confirmed that ex-NYS members are asked to write formal letters of claim and wait for an unspecified period, but nothing follows afterward.
Many believe this is a deliberate delay tactic. What makes matters worse is that reports are now emerging of alleged bribery, where some NYS officers are said to be demanding money from desperate youths with the promise of helping them get their savings faster.
It shows a dangerous trend where young people, already struggling to find their footing in life after national service, are being exploited. The allegations have sparked anger among former NYS members and their families, who feel betrayed by an institution that once claimed to build character, discipline, and a better future.
The silence from NYS authorities has only worsened the situation, with no clear communication on why the funds are delayed or when they will be paid.As the story spreads, more former NYS personnel are likely to come forward with similar complaints.
For now, the victims are pleading for justice, transparency, and the return of their hard-earned savings. The government must act quickly to investigate these claims and ensure accountability before the situation worsens.
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