NYSC is Designed to Foster Unity and Development - Omotade

The Director Corps Welfare and Health Services,  Mr Omotade Ayodele Benjamin has told the 2021 Batch A stream II Corps members that the NYSC is designed to foster unity and development.

He made this statement at the multipurpose hall of the Permanent Orientation Camp Ede, on Monday during his scheduled visit to the camp.

Again, he stated that the reasons Corps members were posted to States other than their States of origin or geopolitical zones is to foster the unity and development of the nation, by enabling them meet people from different tribes and ethnicity and build meaningful relationships and friendships.

Mr Omotade advised the Corps members not to compromise their personal securities by engaging in illegal activities.

Furthermore, he enjoined them to stay in their original State of deployment to serve their nation as the people of the host communities need their services and expertise to better their lives.

Speaking further, he appealed to corps members embrace the skill acquisition and entrepreneurship development program during the course of their service year urging them to participate actively in both the in camp and post camp training of the program.

Lastly, he advised corps members to leave a positive legacy behind as that is only what will stand the test of times.

In recognising the efforts  of the various groups who had contributed immensely to the smooth running of the camp, the Director appreciated the OBS, camp officials, all platoons and some other  groups with cash gifts. He also presented copies of the book he authored  to the state coordinator, heads of collaborating agencies and the overall parade commander.

Earlier, the NYSC Osun State Coordinator, Mr Ayodele Adegoke appreciated  Mr Omotade for his continuous show of support to corps members and staff alike in the scheme and solicited for more of the same.

Again, he urged all corps members present to develop the spirit of contentment, patience and diligence as they are required tools for societial development.