From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure
Ondo State Governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa has charged members of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 of the National Youth Service Corps to strive to leave behind a legacy of excellence, selfless service and patriotism as they commence their national service.
Governor Aiyedatiwa gave the charge on Friday while declaring open the orientation course at the NYSC permanent orientation camp, Ikare-Akoko.
The Governor who was represented by the Commissioner for Youths and Sports Development, Hon. Omoyefunmi Segun Henry described Nigerian youths as the hope of the nation and reaffirmed the NYSC scheme as one of Nigeria’s most enduring platforms for national unity and integration.
He encouraged the corps members to go beyond the call of duty and seize the opportunity to positively impact their host communities.
The Governor further advised them to go about their National Service with sense of direction, saying that “approach your service with a sense of mission. Be exemplary in conduct, passionate in service and be purposeful in impact. Strive to leave behind a legacy of excellence.”
Governor Aiyedatiwa also reiterated the commitment of the state government to the welfare and security of corps members, noting that security arrangements have been strengthened across all the 18 Local Government Areas of the state.
He assured that the monthly stipend paid to corps members serving in the state would continue.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Chairman of the NYSC Ondo State Governing Board, represented by the Director of Youth, Mrs. Catherine Okukpe, commended the Governor for his unwavering support for the Scheme. The chairman assured corps members of a safe and hospitable environment throughout their service year.
In his remarks, the chairman of the NYSC governing board said “your presence here today is a symbol of renewed hope for Nigeria. Serve with dignity, learn from your environment and wherever you go be a force for progress.”
Also speaking, the state coordinator of the NYSC, Mrs. Kuburat Omowumi Bakare urged the corps members to uphold discipline, commitment, and diligence throughout the orientation period and their service year.
She also appealed to employers of corps members across the state to provide adequate support for them at their respective places of primary assignment.
