July 11, (THEWILL) – The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brig. Gen YD Ahmed, has assured that the security and welfare of corps members remain the top priority of the present administration.
Brig. Gen YD Ahmed, who paid a familiarisation visit on Thursday, to the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Boro Town, Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, commended the corps members for the high level of discipline in the camp and urged them to adhere to the rules and regulations of the scheme strictly.
He charged them to take responsibility for their personal security, by being vigilant at all times and reading the security tips booklet given to them.
He cautioned corps members to shun the misuse of social media and avoid posting NYSC activities on social media.
Speaking on the importance of the NYSC SAED program, the DG encouraged them to key into SAED, aimed at making them self-reliant and future employers of labour.
He urged them to continue participating in all camp activities and wear the proper dress code at all times.
The DG admonished corps members to desist from needless adventures and night journeys due to dangers on the road. Impressed by the discipline and comportment of the corps members, the DG gave three fat cows to corps members to celebrate their graduation from school.
Earlier, the State Coordinator, Mrs Okpalifo Obiageli Charity, in her welcome remark, briefed the Director-General on the camp situation and said that the corps members have adjusted to camp regimented lifestyle and have shown a high level of discipline and actively participating in all camp activities.
She also informed that camp officials have sustained the use of emotional intelligence in interpersonal relationships on duty.
Among the entourage of the DG, include the Director of Information and Public Relations, Mr Eddy Megwa, the Deputy Director of Special Duties, Mr Nura Umar, among others.
Amos Okioma is a Correspondent at THEWILL
