Brig. Gen. Yusha’u Ahmed, Director-General of the National Youths Service Corps, NYSC, has advised corps members not to consider returning to their communities, underlining that life does not end there.
Ahmed revealed this during his visit to the NYSC temporary orientation camp in Kaduna on Friday, when he addressed corps members from the 2024 Batch ‘C’ stream ‘I.’.
The NYSC director urged corps members to make a home wherever they were posted, underlining the need of adapting to different situations.
Ahmed highlighted that corps members must feel a feeling of belonging wherever they are stationed and that such a mindset is essential for a successful service year.
He believes that accepting new experiences and being willing to change can lead to personal growth and development.
The NYSC director urged corps members to focus on creating a positive influence in their host communities, as well as to be proactive in seeking chances to contribute to the development of such places.
He urged them to respect the cultures and traditions of their host communities, advising, ”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 emphasised the scheme’s focus on skill learning and entrepreneurial development.
He encouraged corps members to take advantage of the program to become not just self-sufficient, but also employment and wealth producers following 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.
The NYSC DG did, however, caution the corps members about unauthorised night travel and indecent dressing, among other actions that could cast the scheme in a negative light.
