THE Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier-General Yusha’u Ahmed has urged corps members to be prepared to serve in any part of the country they were deployed for their one-year mandatory service.
According to media reports, addressing Batch A Stream 1 corps members during their cultural carnival at the Anambra State orientation camp, the DG, who was in the camp on the spot assessment visit, also urged corps members to take their security seriously.
He said: “I urge you to respect the culture and traditions of your host community. Remain peaceful and resilient as you add value to the community you’re posted to. I’m sure many of you will choose to remain here after your service.
“Also, take your security seriously. Take time to read the instructions in your manual and abide by them accordingly. Your security is our concern, but no one can secure you more than yourself.”
Underscoring the importance of skill acquisition and entrepreneurial development of the Scheme, Ahmed urged corps members to take advantage of the programme to become not just self-reliant, but job and wealth creators after their service year.
“Skills acquisition is designed to make you independent, self-reliant and productive. The Federal Government is out to ensure youths are supported and empowered so they can stand on their own.
“Thousands of your predecessors who maximize the opportunity are now independent. Many enjoyed several of such government support in collaboration with private organizations, including soft loans provided at no interest.”
The NYSC Boss, who was conferred with a chieftaincy title of Dike Ora I of Umuawulu by Igwe Joel Egwuonwu, the traditional ruler of the community housing the camp, also urged corps members to respect the culture and traditions of their host communities.
