……says the Scheme is not a safe abode for lawbreakers
Brigadier General YD Ahmed, the Director General of the National Youth Service Corps, has warned Corps Members to refrain from every form of misconduct throughout their service year in order to avoid sanctioning by the NYSC Byelaws.
A statement signed by Caroline Embu, Ag. Director, Information and Public Relations, revealed that, the NYSC DG, gave the warning while addressing the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream Two Corps Members, at Niger State Orientation Camp in Paiko.
According to him, “there are laid down rules and regulations that regulate the conduct of every Corps Member, and the Scheme is not a safe abode for lawbreakers.”
He stated that, “NYSC bye laws would be applied on every infraction committed by any Corps Member. Be law-abiding throughout your service year. You are expected to dress in line with the approved NYSC dress code because improper dressing attract sanctions.
“And as much as possible, avoid unnecessary and risky adventure that may put you in danger. Be security conscious at all times and reject the temptation of free rides.”
The NYSC DG, also appealed to the Corps Members to add value to their host communities, by executing projects that would make life, more comfortable for the residents.
While giving her camp brief to the Director General, the NYSC Niger State Coordinator, Mrs Olayinka Wahab, said the Corps Members have adjusted to camp life.
She disclosed that, they have demonstrated strong sense of responsibility, patriotism and commitment to the ideals of NYSC.
She also said camp officials are working as a team with Corps Members participating actively in all camp activities as good ambassadors of their institutions and families towards ensuring a successful Orientation Course.
