NYSC Seeks Soludo’s Intervention, Inducts 2,157 New Corps Members In Anambra
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has sworn in no fewer than 2,157 corps members for the 2025 Batch “B” Stream II Orientation Course in Umuawulu-Mbaukwu, Awka Local Government Area on Friday Anambra.
Mrs Pauline Ojisua, the Coordinator of NYSC in Anambra Anambra said the number consisted of 1,128 males and 1,029 females.
She said the orientation exercise was to instill the values of discipline, patriotism, leadership, and national unity in the corps members.
“It also equips them with physical fitness, citizenship training, skills acquisition, and social integration
“Embrace the drills, lectures, and skills with open minds, build friendships across cultures, and uphold the values of discipline and unity,” she said.
Ojisua lamented that the accommodation facility in the permanent camp for officials and collaborating agencies was becoming overstretched and inadequate.
She called on Gov. Chukwuma Soludo to intervene and address the deficits to create a more conducive training environment.
“We have fixed additional wash hand basins across the camp to strengthen hygiene and recalibrated accommodation arrangements to ensure proper spacing and healthier living conditions.
“We appreciate the Anambra government for its support, as well as the Army, Police, DSS, NDLEA, Civil Defence, Red Cross, Man O’ War, and other stakeholders for their invaluable contributions,” she said.
Declaring the camp open, Soludo said his administration would continuously improve on the facilities in orientation camp to guarantee corps members’ welfare and comfort.
Soludo, represented by Mr Patrick Aghamba, Commissioner for Youth Development, urged the new inductees to take their oath of allegiance seriously as it was not a mere ritual, but a solemn covenant to uphold the values of service, integrity, unity, and sacrifice.
He said Anambra regarded the NYSC as a national institution and a vital partner in integration, youth development, and grassroots transformation.
He urged corps members to respect constituted authority, obey camp rules, and participate fully in all orientation activities.
Soludo said the corps members should always reflect on you, their family, alma mater, and the nation in all conduct.
“Over the years, corps members posted to this State have contributed immensely to education, health, agriculture, ICT, and community development.
“Many rural schools remain functional because of the dedication of corps teachers. In our health centres, corps doctors, nurses, and other professionals have become lifelines for underserved communities.
“Be disciplined ambassadors of peace, respect local cultures, and avoid acts that could endanger your safety or tarnish your image.
“I appreciate our hardworking State Coordinator, Mrs Pauline Ojisua, and her team for their dedication, commitment, and unwavering partnership with the state government,” he said.
