Kenechukwu Ofomah
Awka
The Governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has
urged corps members deployed to the state for their mandatory one-year service,
to conduct themselves as disciplined ambassadors of the National Youth Service
Corps (NYSC).
Soludo gave the advice at the swearing-In ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘C’ orientation course at the Nnamdi Azikiwe NYSC unity permanent orientation camp in Umuawulu/Mbaukwu.
The governor, represented by Permanent Secretary, Ministry
of Youth, Engr Martin Agbili also urged the corps members to respect local
customs of their communities, maintain peace and to avoid risky behaviours
during their service.
He said, "I encourage you to build friendships, expand
your knowledge, and form networks that will extend far beyond your service
year.
"Be proactive. Find needs within your host communities
and rise to meet them. Let the communities you serve remember you for your
empathy, initiative, and integrity.
"The habits you cultivate here will shape your success
during the service year. Service is not fulfilled in the uniform you wear but
in the change you inspire.
"I encourage you to build friendships, expand your
knowledge, and form networks that will extend far beyond your service year.
"Always remember that your conduct—whether in camp or
in your places of primary assignment—reflects your upbringing, your
institutions, and your nation.
"Don’t merely pass through Anambra—let Anambra pass
through you. Engage, learn, innovate, and take full advantage of the
opportunities around you.
"As you begin orientation, we expect you to display
high discipline, respect for camp officials, and active participation in all
camp programmes.
"We take pride in the serenity, organisation, and
functionality of this Orientation Camp, and we will continue to improve the
facilities to ensure your comfort and productivity.”
The governor vowed to protect corps members serving in the
state, assuring them that efforts were being intensified to sustain the peace
already attained in the state.
Earlier, State Coordinator, Mrs. Pauline Ojisua disclosed
that a total of 1617 prospective corps members, comprising 697 males and 920
females were deployed to the state.
She urged them to obey all extant laws, NYSC by-laws, and
security directives throughout their stay in the orientation camp.
She assured that camp officials, security agencies, medical
teams, and collaborating partners were fully mobilized to ensure smooth
administration, welfare, and safety throughout the exercise.
"We will place strong emphasis on adherence to rules
and the development of personal discipline, values upon which the NYSC was
founded.
"Military drills and sporting activities will help
build physical fitness, team spirit, and mental alertness.
"The Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship
Development (SAED) programme remains a major pillar of this course.
Participants will be exposed to diverse skills to promote post-camp
self-reliance," she stressed.
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