The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has described the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as a cornerstone of national unity, youth development, and inter-ethnic integration in Nigeria, emphasizing that its impact on the country's socio-economic landscape cannot be overstated.
Speaking through his deputy, Kola Adewusi, at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2025 Batch Stream II orientation course at the NYSC permanent orientation camp in Ede, Governor Adeleke highlighted the scheme's role as a unifying platform since its inception in 1973.
"The Scheme remains one of our country's most enduring institutions for nation-building and civic responsibility," the governor stated, noting that the presence of corps members at the camp demonstrates their willingness to serve Nigeria with honor.
Corps Members Urged to Respect Host Communities
Governor Adeleke encouraged the corps members to be respectful to their host communities, describing Osun as "a land of peace, tradition, and immense potential" with welcoming and accommodating people.
"I urge you to be respectful to your hosts, uphold the laws of the land, and contribute positively to the communities where you will serve. In turn, I want to reassure you that the Government of Osun State remains firmly committed to your security, welfare, and general well-being throughout your stay," he added.
The governor also admonished the corps members to serve as good ambassadors of their families and institutions, reminding them that they represent not just themselves but also their families, states of origin, and institutions.
NYSC Camp Not a Vacation Resort
The NYSC Osun State Coordinator, Agbor Ndoma Obim, revealed that a total of 2,883 corps members were deployed to Osun State for the orientation program, with 1,332 corps members (574 males and 758 females) assigned to the state for their one-year mandatory service, while 1,551 were dislodged from Lagos State for the three-week orientation course.
While congratulating the corps members, the state coordinator emphasized that the orientation course is "a unique journey of self-discovery, skill acquisition, service, and nation-building."
Agbor issued a stern warning that the camp is not a vacation resort, stressing that "Punctuality, discipline, participation in all camp activities, adherence to prescribed dress code, and respect for camp rules and officials are non-negotiable. We are committed to a zero-tolerance policy on indiscipline, and we expect full cooperation from every Corps Member."
Caution Against Misuse of Social Media
The NYSC coordinator also cautioned corps members against the inappropriate use of social media and posting sensitive camp activities online.
"I strongly caution you to use social media responsibly. Avoid posting sensitive camp activities or internal protocols online under the guise of content creation. The camp is a regimented environment, and discipline remains a core principle of the NYSC Scheme," he warned.
Agbor added that sharing unauthorized content could breach security and undermine the integrity of the orientation program, urging corps members to let their social media presence reflect creativity, decency, and values that promote peace, unity, and progress.
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