No fewer than three corps members in Gombe State have had their service year extended, while four others absconded.
Disclosing this on Thursday during the Batch C Stream I passing-out ceremony, the state Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, Chinwe Nwachuku, said the three corps members flouted the rules of the scheme.
Nwachuku added that a total of 1,210 completed their service, stressing that NYSC is committed to instilling discipline.
She said, “A total number of 1,210 are passing out, comprising 662 males and 548 females. Four absconded and three got an extension of service.”
Speaking further, Nwachuku lauded the 1,210 for their perseverance and hard work, saying, “I am filled with great joy and very proud of all you have accomplished during the service year. May all your sacrifices and selfless services to the socio-economic development of the nation be rewarded, and as you step out in grand style to greater heights, we return profound gratitude to Almighty God for granting you the courage to scale through it all.”
She noted that posterity would forever remember them for their contribution to nation-building through positive impacts in their host communities in the education, health, agricultural sectors, and community development service projects, adding, “You have equally learned valuable lessons about the culture, custom, and tradition of the people of Gombe state which I hope will bring about the desired rebirth, national integration and unity, Nigeria craves for.”
Nwachuku urged them to prepare for the next level of their lives by applying the training, skills, education, and knowledge they acquired in different capacities during the service year and applying them to future endeavours.
“Most importantly, embrace the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme; it will gainfully engage you and provide you with a sense of livelihood. Whether you decide to further your education, pursue a career, or start your own business, I am confident that you will make a distinctive difference in your respective fields.
“I also sincerely acknowledge the productive relationships you have established in the course of the service year amongst yourselves, members of your host communities, and others. Keep the relationships safe and sustained. It will help to break down cultural barriers and foster understanding yielding positive growth and development. You have truly become ambassadors of the Scheme in unity, peace, and progress,” she added.
