Gov. Mohammed urges corps members to advocate for national development, transformation

Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state has called on all corps members across the country to take the lead and advocate for national development and transformation.

Mohammed made the call in Bauchi on Tuesday during the swearing-in ceremony of 1,500 2024 Batch ‘B’ stream 1 corps members posted to the state at the permanent orientation camp in Wailo, Ganjuwa Local Government Area of the state.

“The principles and initiatives of the scheme recognise the immense physical, psychological, mental, and intellectual capabilities and inclinations of our youth, whose strategic importance is crucial for nation-building.

“I challenge you to take the lead and advocate for national development and transformation. I am confident that, like those who came before you, you are prepared for this task.

“I urge you to take this noble call seriously and commit yourselves wholeheartedly to achieving the Scheme’s objectives of national unity and development.

“Your predecessors laid a solid foundation. I trust that you will continue to build upon the legacy they have left behind.

“The people of Bauchi State are supportive of and aligned with the goals and principles of the NYSC, consequently, we have pledged to collaborate with you in every possible way to ensure the success of the Scheme in the State,” he said.

Represented by his Deputy, Alhaji Auwal Jatau, Mohammed also implored the corps members to heed the nation’s call to serve with increased dedication and commitment, adding that the future of the country rested in their hands.

The governor, who acknowledged that the corps members had a significant role to play in shaping Nigerians collective destiny, urged them not to squander the unique opportunity nor should they neglect their responsibilities to the nation.

Also speaking, the Bauchi state Coordinator of NYSC, Mrs Rifkatu Yakubu, said that the corps members must understand that the orientation course was designed to challenge them physically, mentally, and emotionally.

According to her, the curriculum was tailored to instill in them physical and leadership attributes essential for future endeavors.

“They will find value and enjoyment in a variety of activities such as physical exercises led by the Army, leadership workshops by the Man ‘O’ War, and expert lectures from both internal and external sources.

“They will have the opportunity to volunteer for training with organizations like the EFCC, ICPC, SDGs and I encourage them to take advantage of such opportunities as they will benefit from the lessons in the years to come.

“Efforts are currently being made at all government levels to steer the youth away from activities that hinder the nation’s growth and development,” she said.

The Coordinator explained that a total of 1,217 prospective corps members were successfully registered which comprised 570 males and 647 females.

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