James Sani pRO.
The Kogi State Government has assured members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) deployed to the state of adequate security, improved welfare and sustained institutional support throughout their service year.
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo gave the assurance during the swearing-in ceremony of the 2026 Batch C, Stream II corps members at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Asaya, Kabba.
Represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Aridaojo Monday Anyebe, the governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to creating a safe and conducive environment for corps members to discharge their national assignments without fear.
Ododo described the NYSC scheme as a strategic platform for promoting national unity, cultural integration and mutual understanding among Nigerians, while providing skilled manpower to strengthen various sectors of the economy and accelerate socio-economic development.
He stressed that his administration would continue to support the scheme and sustain measures aimed at safeguarding the lives and welfare of corps members during and beyond their service year in the state.
The governor urged the newly deployed corps members to take the orientation exercise seriously, describing it as an opportunity to acquire essential skills, discipline, leadership qualities and positive attitudes required for effective service and personal development.
He also challenged them to distinguish themselves through excellence and dedication, urging them to surpass the achievements of previous batches.
Congratulating the corps members on the successful completion of their academic programmes, Ododo urged them to remain worthy ambassadors of their institutions, families and communities, stressing the need for responsible conduct throughout their national service.
He subsequently declared the 2026 Batch C, Stream II Orientation Course open, while commending the NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs. Chris Moneke Chika Tochi, and her management team for their commitment to the effective administration of the scheme and the welfare of corps members.
Earlier, the NYSC State Coordinator charged the corps members to strictly observe the rules and regulations guiding the orientation exercise, warning that the camp administration would not tolerate indiscipline or misconduct.
She urged them to demonstrate discipline, responsibility and respect for constituted authority, noting that the orientation programme was designed to prepare them for the demands and responsibilities of national service.
Mrs. Tochi also expressed appreciation to the state government for its continued support, while appealing for further intervention to address infrastructural deficiencies and other facility-related challenges at the orientation camp.
The ceremony reinforced the partnership between the Kogi State Government and the NYSC in advancing national integration, youth development, discipline and the deployment of human capital for sustainable development.
