Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State offered guidance to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members deployed to the state, encouraging them to view the scheme as a stepping stone towards realizing their aspirations and ambitions.
He shared this counsel during his address at the swearing-in and opening ceremony of the NYSC 2023 Batch C Stream II held at the permanent orientation camp in Ede on Tuesday.
Represented by the Commissioner for Youth, Moshood Olagunju, Adeleke emphasized that as young individuals, the corps members represent Nigeria’s most valuable resources. He urged them to embrace the pursuit of knowledge and dedication to attain excellence, reminding them that armed with these qualities, they could envision significant accomplishments and become the catalyst for the change they aspire to see.
In his words, “Let the programme be a stepping stone towards your dreams and aspirations. Remember, success is not just about personal achievement but also about giving back to your communities and making a positive impact.
“You are our nation’s most valuable resource, and I believe in your immense potential. It is, therefore, our responsibility to provide you with the tools necessary to succeed, and I am confident that the Orientation course will do just that.
“I urge you to dream big, work hard, and be the change you wish to see in the world. With the right knowledge and a commitment to excellence, you can achieve anything. This Orientation programme is just the beginning of your incredible journey.”
He also urged the corps members to be law-abiding, embrace peaceful coexistence and avoid youthful exuberance.
Earlier in his address, the Osun NYSC state coordinator, Agbor Ndoma Obim, revealed that 2,389 corps members were deployed to the state for the youth service.
Obim also revealed that 642 were males, 633 were females, and the remainder of 1,114 were dislodged from Lagos.
He also urged the corps members that the success of the success of their service year depends on their attitude.
“The success of your service year will depend on your attitude, discipline, and commitment,” he said.
He also advised the corps members to always put to positive use their various social media handles as ambassadors of the NYSC, their families and the nation at large.
“Do not use your social media handles to peddle rumours and unverified information; always verify information from the appropriate authority when in doubt,” he said.
