By Blessing Odega
Gov. Caleb Mutfwang, of Plateau, says that the National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) is an enduring platform for national unity and national integration.
Mutfwang stated this on Friday, at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2026 Batch “A” Stream II corps members orientation exercise.
The governor, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Mr Kenneth Buenyen, said that corps members were not just participants in the one-year service programme.
He described corps members as ambassadors of unity, symbols of national integration and catalysts for social and economic progress.
Mutfwang tasked the newly sworn-in corps members to pay special attention to all the course content during the orientation exercise and adhere to the by-laws of the scheme.
The governor called on them to inculcate the spirit of discipline, patriotism, self-reliance and leadership skills which would equip them during and beyond the service year.
“Uphold the core values of discipline, patriotism and selfless service and perform your duties with diligence,” he urged.
He advised them to position themselves as positive and dependable agents of transformation in the nation by shunning all forms of misinformation, divisive narratives and sentiments that would undermine the collective unity.
Mutfwang reassured the corps members that his administration, in collaboration with security agencies, was working tirelessly to sustain the peace and stability that had been restored in the state.
“Let me assure you that your safety and well-being are top priorities for my administration.
“We would continue to work closely with all relevant security agencies to safeguard peace and stability throughout the state.” He said.
Mutfwang urged the corps members to wear their NYSC uniforms with pride and carry out their duties with dedication while conducting themselves with honour and responsibility.
Earlier, Mr Jonathan Yavala, NYSC State Coordinator, urged the newly sworn corps members to participate fully in all camp activities, particularly the skills acquisition programme.
Yavala said the skills would prepare them for the rigours of the service year ahead and beyond.
The state coordinator commended the Plateau government for its unflinching support towards the NYSC scheme.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that 1,773 corps members were registered for the batch. (NAN)
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