The National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) has sworn-in 2,101 corps members of the 2026 Batch C Stream deployed to Enugu State for the one-year mandatory national service. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State. The State Coordinator of NYSC, Mrs Oluwakemi Awolola, disclosed this on Friday during the ceremony.
According to Mrs Awolola, the corps members comprised 983 males and 1,118 females. She applauded Enugu State Government for its support and assistance to the NYSC scheme in the state. The state government's support has created a conducive environment for the successful implementation of the NYSC programmes in Enugu State.
Mrs Awolola expressed gratitude to Gov. Peter Mbah's administration for its unwavering commitment to the welfare, security, and general well-being of corps members in the state. The governor's administration has provided various interventions, including the ongoing comprehensive overhaul of facilities at the NYSC permanent Orientation Camp, Awgu.
The State Coordinator emphasized that discipline remains the bedrock of the NYSC scheme and advised the corps members to adhere to the rules and regulations guiding the service. She also urged them to have respect for constituted authority and observe NYSC bye-laws.
The orientation programme has been structured to instill values of patriotism, discipline, self-reliance, leadership, and national integration through physical training exercises, drills, lectures, social activities, and interaction sessions. The programme aims to equip the corps members with knowledge, skills, and mindset to make meaningful contributions to national development.
Gov. Peter Mbah reiterated his administration's commitment to the welfare and security of the corps members. He promised to commence the payment of a new allowance to all corps members in October. The governor urged the corps members to have a good relationship with their host communities and familiarize themselves with the culture and language of their localities.
Other officials, including Enugu State Commissioner for Youths and Sports, Lloyd Enweremadu, and the Enugu State Chief Judge, Justice Raymond Ozoemena, also addressed the corps members. They urged the corps members to take the orientation programme seriously, respect the culture and traditions of their host communities, and use the service year as an opportunity for personal growth and development.
Key points
- The NYSC has sworn-in 2,101 corps members in Enugu State for the 2026 Batch C Stream.
- The corps members will receive a new allowance starting in October, as promised by Gov. Peter Mbah.
- The orientation programme aims to instill values of patriotism, discipline, and national integration among the corps members.
