Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has appealed to employers across the state not to reject corps members posted to their establishments.
He made the appeal on Tuesday during the closing ceremony of the National Youth Service Corps,NYSC, Batch C, Stream 1 orientation course held at the Issele-Uku camp. The governor was represented by the Commissioner for Special Projects, Mr Funyei Manager.
Oborevwori urged employers to create a conducive environment that would enable corps members to contribute meaningfully to the development of both the state and the nation.
He also reminded corps members of the need to accept their postings without resistance, especially to rural communities where their services are most needed.
“These communities need your service the most,” he said, stressing that national service can only thrive when corps members embrace their deployment with willingness and patriotism.
He encouraged the corps members to approach their service year with commitment, explaining that such an attitude would enrich their personal experience while enabling the nation to gain maximum value from their contribution.
The governor added that the orientation course had provided a firm foundation for the rest of the NYSC programme, equipping participants with knowledge and skills vital for their primary assignments.
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Oborevwori commended their participation in the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development, programme, noting that the apprenticeship training gained would support their journey toward financial independence and self-reliance.
He also appealed to the corps members to integrate into their host communities, describing Deltans as friendly and hospitable. He urged them to reciprocate this by being good ambassadors of their families, states of origin, and the NYSC.
The governor further applauded the NYSC management for sustaining programmes that promote youth empowerment and address unemployment.
“I appreciate your commitment to the vision of the founding fathers and your efforts in strengthening the scheme to tackle national challenges,” he said.
In his remarks, the Delta State NYSC Coordinator, Mr John Kwange, expressed gratitude to the governor for his consistent support of the scheme. He also acknowledged the Niger Delta Development Commission for installing 229 solar-powered streetlights within the camp, noting that the project improved security and enhanced the camp’s appearance.
Kwange urged community leaders to safeguard facilities within their area, emphasizing that the camp remains the only visible presence of the Federal Government in the host community.
He reminded corps members that national service is a privilege and encouraged them to uphold the laws of the land, obey NYSC regulations, and respect community customs.
He emphasized the importance of the Community Development Service, urging corps members to identify and address the needs of their host communities through impactful projects. “Serve with humility, integrity and passion, and strive to leave every community better than you met it,” he said.
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