Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has pledged to guarantee the safety and welfare of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state. The assurance was made during an orientation ceremony, where the governor emphasized his administration's commitment to protecting the corps members.
Addressing the attendees, Governor Mutfwang stated that his government would continue to collaborate closely with security agencies to ensure the well-being of the youth. He highlighted that adequate protection remains a priority for the state leadership as they oversee the placement and service of the corps members.
In a significant gesture of support, the governor also donated N6 million at the ceremony. The contribution was made to assist the corps members as they begin their service period in Plateau State.
The orientation ceremony serves as a formal introduction for new corps members, outlining the rules, regulations, and expectations of their service. It is a critical phase in the NYSC program, designed to prepare participants for their deployment across various sectors within the state.
Plateau State is one of the states in Nigeria where NYSC members are deployed for their mandatory one-year service. The state government's intervention underscores the broader national effort to ensure that young Nigerians can complete their service without undue risk or hardship.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>