The National Youth Services Corps (NYSC), Director-General, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim has advised Prospective Corps Members to utilise the opportunities of the service year to uphold National Unity and preach peaceful co-existence among Nigerians.
Ibrahim stated this in a statement signed by Mrs Adeniike Adeyemi, Director, Press and Public Affairs, on Sunday, while addressing the 2021 Batch ‘B’ Stream One Prospective Corps Members during his visit to Plateau State NYSC Orientation Camp in Mangu.
According to him, the NYSC Scheme was established for the promotion of national unity and integration, urging them to use the service year to build teamwork and preach against Nigeria’s break-up.
“Take advantage of the Orientation Course to foster unity, national integration and peaceful co-existence.”
“NYSC was established to promote national unity and the Scheme will continue to live up to its mandate,” he said.
Speaking further, Ibrahim appealed to the Prospective Corps Members to respect the dignity of labour, have a vision for excellent performance and drive it with passion.
He warned them against social vices saying, “Avoid cutting corners, respect the law, do the right thing and maintain good integrity”, he said.
He added, “Avoid cyber crimes, drugs and don’t allow any of your actions today haunt you tomorrow,”
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General Ibrahim advised the Prospective Corps Members to be security conscious and adhere strictly to the security tips given to them in the camp by not exposing themselves to danger.
He warned them against embarking on authorized journeys, and advised that they must obtain permission from the NYSC if it becomes compelling to travel.
“Don’t travel at night, avoid boarding vehicles by the roadside and don’t take chances,” the DG stated.
Ibrahim cautioned them against the wrong usage of Social Media, admonishing them to “Be careful on the way you use Social Media. Don’t post or share fake news.”
