NYSC DG asks corps members to avoid misconduct

YD Ahmed, director general of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has cautioned corps members against any form of misconduct during their service year.

In a statement on Monday, Caroline Embu, NYSC’s acting director of information and public relations, said Ahmed spoke while addressing the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream Two corps members at the Niger state Orientation Camp in Paiko.

“NYSC by-laws will be enforced for every infraction committed by any corps member. Be law-abiding throughout your service year,” Ahmed said.

“You are expected to dress in line with the approved NYSC dress code because improper dressing attracts sanctions.”

Ahmed also advised corps members against risky adventures. 

He urged them to be security conscious and to resist “the temptation of accepting free rides”.

The director general encouraged corps members to contribute positively to their host communities. 

Olayinka Wahab, NYSC coordinator in Niger, said corps members have adapted well to camp life.

She highlighted their “sense of responsibility, patriotism, and commitment” to the ideals of the NYSC.

She added that corps members actively participate in all camp activities as “good representatives of their institutions and families, ensuring a successful orientation course”.