The Ekiti State Governor Mr Abayomi Oyebanji has reiterated the need for corps members, particularly those serving in the state, to be more security conscious during their service year.
The Governor made the submission during the closing ceremony of the orientation course for the Batch ‘A’ STREAM 11 at orientation camp Ise-Orun-Emure Ekiti on Tuesday.
The Governor who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government Dr. Abibat Adubiaro noted that his wish was to see all corps members return back to their parents and various homes safe and sound after their programme in the state.
The Governor appreciated the corps members despite all odds for the pivotal roles and socioeconomic impact of the NYSC on our nation since 1973.
According to Governor Oyebanji, the scheme has lived up to its biddings in various aspects of our national life.
The Governor said as a leveller, it has created balance among the multi-ethnics groups in Nigeria and fostered the cord of brotherhood and unity in the nation despite differences in culture, customs, religion and norms.
He also gave kudos to the scheme for the lofty idea and implementation of the skills Aquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programmes which has stirred and solidified the spirit of entrepreneurship in Nigeria youths and consequentially reduced the dependence on White- Collar jobs
Oyebanji congratulated the scheme on the commemoration of her golden jubilee ” I said congratulations to a scheme that I am greatly proud of”, he said.
He assured the corps members that his administration would continue to support the scheme to be more responsive in the discharge of her duties for national stability.
The Ekiti number one citizen, told the Corps Members that it is evident that rendering of loyal, patriotic and selfless service to the fatherland is not alien to the NYSC. “As your predecessors have contributed Immensely to the development and sustenance of unity and economic viability of our great nation and also our beloved state. Said the Governor.
Oyebanji further stressed that apart from the corporate goals of the NYSC which would have been greatly achieved over the years, the scheme has also been discovered to be a veritable tool for massive social change.
He advised that they should channel their youthful energy towards grassroots sensitisation, mobilization, awareness and execution of various Government programmes such as SDG’s advocacy project, malaria eradication, Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) etc
The Governor assured all the corps members posted to Ekiti State of utmost security.
“Ekiti State is a peaceful state where you sleep with your two eyes closed and also warned and reminded them that security is a collective responsibility”
Earlier, the NYSC Ekiti State Coordinator Mrs Mary Nenna Chikezie in her keynote address appreciated the state government for the support at all times.
He advised the corps members to be of good conduct and also make the NYSC proud
Mrs Nenna noted that having fully undergone so many training, it is hoped that the corps members have been fully equipped to move into every nook and cranny of the State, putting into practice what they have learned, she said.
The NYSC coordinator equally reminded the corps members that NYSC programme is a privileged and not a right, She therefore urged them to abide by the rules and regulations of the scheme.
