The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has warned corps members to conduct themselves within the provisions of NYSC by-laws and the constitution of the country.
The DG gave the caution while addressing the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream Two Corps Members deployed to Kano and FCT at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Karaye.
This was disclosed in a statement by the Director, Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu.
General Nafiu said any corps member that indulges in any act that could dent the image of the Scheme and or the nation would not be spared by relevant sections of the NYSC Bye-laws.
“You are expected to become brand ambassadors, representing the NYSC, your families, and the institutions you graduated from,” he said.
He also advised the corps members to use their education to think logically and creatively by contributing their quota to national development.
The DG implored them to spend their time wisely and engage in activities that would add value to them while serving.
“Don’t waste your time. Upskill yourselves, find out those skills that are essential in line with your course of study and acquire them,” he said.
“Promote positive contents that can promote the culture and values of your host communities and the Scheme,” he added.
While wishing them a successful Orientation Course and an eventful service year, General Nafiu advised them to always seek approval from the NYSC State Coordinator before travelling out of their state of service.
“For those who may have reason to travel out of Nigeria during the service year, the law says you must obtain permission from the NYSC Director General,” he concluded.
In her orientation camp situation report, the NYSC Kano State Coordinator, Hajiya Halima Abdulkarim Abubakar, said 2,428 corps members comprising 1,024 males and 1,404 females were registered.
She added that they have all exhibited loyalty, dedication, and adjusted to the regimented camp life, with officials’ teamwork serving as the foundation for excellent service delivery.