The Executive Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma has challenged the Corps members deployed to Imo State to take up the responsibility of rekindling hope for a better and more positive Nigeria.
Addressing the 1,606 Corps Members which comprised 812 males and 794 females during the Swearing-In Ceremony/ official commencement of the 2023 Batch C ( Stream ll) Orientation course at NYSC Permanent Orientation camp, Eziama Obaire, the Governor insisted that the lofty task of having a better and more positive Nigeria can only be achieved through the young graduates’ high level of patriotism, resilience and hard work geared towards the development of the state and the nation at large.
The Special Guest, who was ably represented by the Director of Finance and Administration in the Ministry of Youths and Sports Imo State, Mr Sixtus Onyeocha, encouraged the Corps Members to avail themselves of the opportunities presented in the 3-weeks Orientation course to help build on their leadership traits and problem- solving qualities which are instrumental to the Development of Imo State.
He equally admonished them on their obligation to obey all rules and maintain good conduct having been sworn under Oath.
He advised them to integrate among themselves despite their diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, thereby promoting national unity and integration.
Speaking further, the Governor commended the NYSC Scheme which, in the past five decades has recorded an abundance of groundbreaking achievements, fostered service and youth development with emphasis on the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme aimed at empowering the Corps members.
The corps members were assured of their welfare and safety in the State as the Uzodimma-led administration, has made adequate arrangements for security and reward for Corps members who discharged their duties credibly during the Service Year.
The NYSC Imo State Coordinator, Mrs Rachel Idaewor in her address, encouraged the Corps Members to see the Orientation course as a veritable platform, the opportunity to promote and sustain national unity and integration and urged them to mingle among themselves while adhering strictly to the Bye-Laws of the Orientation course.
“I advise you all to make extra effort to imbibe the motto of the Scheme which is Service and Humility,” she said.
She also informed them that Camp officials have been adequately empowered and strategically deployed to see that their legitimate needs are met while on camp.
The Coordinator expressed her profound appreciation to the State Government and good people of Imo State, soliciting their continued support of the Scheme.
The Chief Judge of Imo State represented by Hon. Justice E.N. Ekeh swore in and administered the Oath of Allegiance on the Corps Members.
The well-attended event had a display of ‘Thug of war’ by Corps Members representing the Governor’s team and the State Coordinator’s team.