Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has doled out N427.7 million to the 4,277 members of the Batch B Stream 1 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) posted to the state.
He announced the donation during the close of orientation camp on Tuesday. Each corps member will get N100,000.
The governor also donated N100 million to the NYSC and support staff, and approved N5 billion for building of the permanent orientation camp in Agbowa, Ikorodu.
Governor Sanwo-Olu also promised automatic employment into the civil service for 100 best corps members after their service year.
He admonished the corps members to exemplify the lessons of discipline, perseverance, and teamwork imbibed during the three-week orientation course.
He said: “Over the past three weeks, you have been immersed in a transformative experience. You have learned to adapt to new environments, network with fellow compatriots from diverse backgrounds, and embrace the challenges that come with communal living. This experience has not only prepared you for the tasks ahead, but has also instilled a deep sense of unity that transcends ethnic, cultural, and regional boundaries.
“As you bid farewell to this orientation camp and proceed to your various primary assignments, you must recognise the significance of this program in fostering national unity.
“As you leave this camp, remember that the road ahead is illuminated with possibilities, and you have been equipped with new skills, new perspectives, and the determination to create a positive impact. The experiences you’ve gained during these three weeks have prepared you to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.”
Commissioner for Special Duties Gbenga Oyerinde thanked Governor Sanwo-Olu for his gesture, describing it as part of his commitment to fulfillment of his T.H.E.M.E.S + Agenda.
Oyerinde also enjoined the corps members to be of good behavior in their places of primary assignments and strive to make a difference.
“Mr. Governor has continued to match his words with action as he keeps showing commitment to his T.H.E.M.E.S+ Agenda with youth inclusiveness.
“His support to Lagos State Youth Service orientation camp, gift to the NYSC staff and Corps Members is a true reflection of his talk-and do spirit, and his love for young persons. Corp members are therefore expected to reciprocate this gesture by giving their best to the state and also ensure they stand-out,” he added.
Develop rural communities, Sani urges corps members
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani urged corps members to accept their postings in good faith, saying developmental services are needed more in the rural communities.
Sani, represented by the Commissioner for Sports Development, Prof. Benjamin Gugong, also appealed to employers to accept corps members posted to their organisations, make them comfortable, mentor and guide them on their path to contributing to the state’s development.
Bago tasks corps members on agric revolution
Governor Umaru Bago of Niger State admonished corps members to embrace his government’s agricultural revolution agenda.
Bago, represented by Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Dr Nuhu Ngaski, said his administration is taking advantage of the agriculture-friendly nature of the state to create avenue for farmers to invest.
“We are taking advantage of the endowments in agriculture and its value chain to reposition our state for sustainable socio-economic development. I encourage you to develop interest in agriculture to create more wealth, produce more food and become self-reliant,” he said.
