The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) says thirteen Corps members are to repeat their mandatory National Service year in Taraba State.
Mr. Anthony Nzoka, state Coordinator of the scheme disclosed this during the winding up and passing out parade ceremony of the 2021 Batch A Stream II corps members that was held at the Trade Fair Complex in the state capital, Jalingo.
Nzoka noted that the service year of the affected corps members was extended for various disciplinary issues.
While acknowledging their performance, the state Coordinator explained that during their service year, the commitment, resilience, focus, and loyalty the corps members exhibited have culminated in the feat they have achieved and wished them well in their future endeavors.
“I urge you to develop the fear of God, have faith in him, and follow his divine leading. Do not sacrifice your age-long convictions, beliefs, integrity, and honesty at the altar of get-rich-quick schemes and social vices. Remember that hard work always pays. Nzoka advised.
Governor Darius Ishaku in an address called on the corps members to carry on with the spirit of selfless service, hard work, and patriotism they have displayed thus far.
Represented by the Director of Administration at the state ministry of youth and sports development, Mr. Joshua Luka, Ishaku said “I am particularly impressed with the fascinating and heartwarming reports of the community development projects you executed as groups and individuals which have contributed to the development of Taraba State.”
On his part, the Acting Chairman of the NYSC Governing Board who is also the Permanent Secretary, Taraba state ministry of youth and sports development, Pharmacist Zacheria Philip that was represented by Mrs. Jamila Ibrahim a Director in the ministry testified that the NYSC scheme has continued to deliver on its mandate by complementing the far-reaching community development programs of the Rescue Agenda of Governor Darius Ishaku.
Our Correspondent reports that 621 corps members have passed out of which 7 received a state Honours Award including Awofade Christianah from Oyo state, Fiito Barikaana from Imo, and Michael Dan Zaria from Kaduna state among others.