By Millicent Ifeanyichukwu
The Lagos State Government says it would reward deployed members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), who distinguish themselves by exemplary service and significant contributions to the state.
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu gave the peace of mind on Tuesday on the closing ceremony of the 2026 Batch C Stream I Orientation Course the NYSC Temporary orientation camp, Iyana-Ipaja.
Sanwo-Olu mentioned diligence, self-discipline and excellent efficiency deserved recognition, urging corps members to offer their finest and stay dedicated to excellence.
“The Lagos State Government remains committed to recognising and rewarding excellence, we believe that diligence, discipline and outstanding performance deserve encouragement,” he mentioned.
The governor inspired the corps members to leverage the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme learnt within the orientation camp to accumulate sensible expertise and set up companies.
He mentioned entrepreneurship supplied pathways to self-reliance and wealth creation amid persistent unemployment within the society.
“The skills you acquire can help you establish viable businesses, explore available funding opportunities and, in time, create employment for others,” he added.
Sanwo-Olu additionally known as on corps members to contribute to growth in schooling, healthcare, agriculture, environmental sanitation and social companies through the interval.
He mentioned their affect ought to be measured by the lives they touched and the constructive modifications they delivered to their host communities and place of major task.
The governor,nevertheless, recommended the NYSC State Coordinator, camp officers, safety personnel and different stakeholders for guaranteeing the profitable conduct of the three-week orientation course.
Sanwo-Olu was represented on the occasion by Mr Mobolaji Ogunlende, Commissioner for Youth and Social Development.
Earlier, the NYSC Lagos Coordinator, Mrs Christiana Salmwang, applauded Sanwo-Olu for supporting the renovation of the non permanent orientation camp at Iyana-Ipaja and development of a everlasting camp at Agbowa, Ikorodu.
“We appreciate Gov. Sanwo-Olu for his timely intervention in renovating the temporary NYSC Orientation Camp at Iyana-Ipaja and supporting the permanent camp project at Agbowa,” she mentioned.
Salmwang charged corps members to prioritise security, patriotism and nationwide unity all through their service 12 months.
She mentioned their service could be measured by their character and contributions to their host communities.
“The true measure of your service will be reflected in your character, the lives you touch, the challenges you help address and your positive contributions to communities,” she mentioned.
“The true measure of your service will be reflected in your character, the lives you touch, the challenges you help address and your positive contributions to communities,” she mentioned.
She urged them to serve diligently, respect host communities, traditions, customs, rise above ethnic, spiritual and cultural variations, including, “be committed, take cognisance of community beliefs, let the spirit of unity, mutual respect and cooperation guide you,”.
Salmwang inspired corps members to take part within the post-camp SAED programme to develop entrepreneurial skills and pursue monetary independence.
The coordinator cautioned them in opposition to unauthorised journeys and night time journey, stressing that their private security remained a precedence.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) stories that some corps members and camp officers obtained certificates of recognition for his or her excellent efficiency through the orientation course.
Edited by Kevin Okunzuwa
