The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig.-Gen. Yusha’u Ahmed, has urged corps members to stop considering relocating back to their hometowns, stressing that life does not end there.
Ahmed made this statement during his visit to the NYSC temporary orientation camp in Kaduna on Friday, where he addressed corps members of the 2024 Batch ‘C Stream I’.
He encouraged the corps members to embrace their new environments and make any place they are posted to feel like home.
He highlighted the importance of adapting to new surroundings and fostering a sense of belonging wherever they are assigned, describing this mindset as essential for a successful service year.
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The NYSC Director-General emphasized that personal growth and development stem from embracing new experiences and being open to change.
He urged corps members to focus on making a positive impact in their host communities, encouraging them to be proactive and seek opportunities to contribute to local development.
Additionally, he advised them to respect the cultures and traditions of their host communities, saying, “Remain peaceful and resilient as you add value to the community you are posted to.”
”I am sure many of you will choose to remain here after your service. You should also take security seriously.
“Your security is our concern, but no one can secure you more than yourself.”
Ahmed emphasized the significance of acquiring skills and fostering entrepreneurial development through the scheme.
He encouraged the corps members to leverage the programme, not only to become self-reliant but also to emerge as job and wealth creators after completing their service year.
“Skills acquisition is designed to make you independent, self-reliant and productive.
”The Federal Government is out to ensure that youths are supported and empowered so they can stand on their own. Thousands of your predecessors who maximised the opportunity are now independent,” Ahmad said.
He, however, cautioned the corps members against unauthorized night travels, indecent dressing, and other behaviors that could tarnish the image of the scheme.
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