The Acting Director-General, National Youth Service Corps, Mrs Christy Ifeyinwa Uba, has stressed that NYSC is a collective shared vision aimed at unifying and harnessing the prosperity and human resources of the country for national development, hence it is expected of Corps members and all other Nigerians to work towards this worthy cause.
The Acting Director-General, who was represented by the NYSC Ekiti State Coordinator, Mrs Mary Nenna Chikezie, stated this on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at the swearing-in cermomy of the 2022 Batch ‘C’ Stream II Corps Members deployed to Ekiti State at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Ise-Orun/Emure-Ekiti.
She stated that the Scheme’s idea of deploying Corps members away from their state of origin is to instill in them the “culture of working together” with other Nigerians” with friendship, peace, harmony, and a shared vision of a great and prosperous Nigeria.”
Speaking further, she affirmed the Scheme’s commitment to Corps members socio-economic growth and welfare, urging them to maximise the gains of the Skills Acquisition Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme and judiciously exploit their service year “to realise [their] potentials and attain individuals feats.”
She, however, cautioned the corps members against indiscipline and non-compliance with the provisions of the NYSC Act and Bye-Laws, advising them to familiarize with it as it will guide their conduct during the service year.
Mrs Christy Uba also dissuaded the Corps members from misusing the social media to spread fake news and misinformation.
She said: “You must continue to distance yourselves from cultism, drug abuse and other social vices. I also urge you to avoid using social media for spreading fake news, fueling hatred and other negative purposes, and instead deploy the same for the promotion of national unity and development. You are strongly advised to be security conscious at all times and report any suspicious characters or activities around you to the appropriate authorities.”
Similarly, the Executive Governor of Ekiti State, His Excellency Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, who was represented by the Head of Service, Barrister Bamidele Agbede congratulated the Corps members on their” historic achievements”. He urged them to feel safe and welcome, noting that Ekiti is “peaceful, hospitable enterprising” and abounds with opportunities. He espoused support for the NYSC and advised the Corps members to exhibit the ideals of the Scheme for the growth of the nation.
The event also attracted the presence of other dignitaries: the Chief Judge of Ekiti State represented by Justice O.A Olatawura, The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youths and Sports, The Director, Ministry of Youths and Sports, The Camp Director, Camp Commandant, The Resident Officer, Heads of Collaborating Agencies and other Camp Officials.
Other highlights of the event were electrifying presentations from the cultural troupe who thrilled the audience.