In a momentous occasion on Friday, August 18, 2023, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) welcomed 2,085 members of the 2023 Batch ‘B’ Stream II to their orientation camp in Akwa Ibom State.
The distinguished Chief Judge of the state, Justice Ekaette Obot, presided over the solemn swearing-in ceremony for the corps members at the NYSC orientation camp in Ikot Itie Udung, Nsit Atai.
Mrs. Chinyere Ekwe, the state coordinator of NYSC, expressed her delight at the smooth transition of the corps members into camp life. She shared that the 2023 Batch ‘B’ Stream II is comprised of 961 males and 1,124 females, all of whom have eagerly embraced the regimented routines of the camp.
Ekwu also commended the state government for creating a peaceful environment and offering attractive welfare packages, which have attracted prospective corps members to serve in Akwa Ibom State.
Imparting words of wisdom, she urged the new corps members to carefully study all the publications provided to them during the documentation process. Additionally, Ekwu stressed the importance of adhering to the camp rules and regulations, as well as actively participating in all camp activities.
However, she did not shy away from highlighting the challenges faced by the corps members, particularly the deteriorating infrastructure and the lack of power supply from the national grid. In light of these issues, Ekwu called upon the state government to take necessary action to address these pressing concerns.
Declaring the camp open, Governor Umo Eno reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing the welfare of corps members. He emphasized the significance of sustaining the positive impacts of the NYSC scheme and urged the corps members to make the most of their time in camp.
The Commissioner of Police, Olatoye Durosinmi, reassured the corps members of their safety, emphasizing their responsibility in maintaining a secure environment. Warning against involvement in criminal activities, he urged them to stay away from cult groups and to abstain from drug abuse and unnecessary travel. Additionally, CP Durosinmi encouraged the corps members to foster relationships with individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds and to abide by the rules and regulations of the camp.
