Six sanctioned, Two win Commendation Medals as 1,354 Corps members passes out in Bayelsa
Two Corps Members out of the 1,354 2023 Batch B, stream II of the National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) that passed out today Thursday were honoured with State Coordinator’s medal of commendation for good performance in Bayelsa State.
Nineteen others were however sanctioned with various degree of punishment including extension of service year for Six and Thirteen for remobilisation for service.
The State Coordinator, Mrs Okpalifo Obiageli Charity who presided over the event enjoined the corps members to continue to uphold the ideals of NYSC.
Represented by the Deputy Director, Mr Killa Adegboyega, she commended them for their immeasurable contributions to Bayelsa via your primary and secondary assignments especially in education, health, agriculture and infrastructure.
” To our dear corps members, as you step into the next phase of your lives, carry with you the spirit of service, unity and patriotism that has defined your service year.”
“The skills, experiences and friendships you have gained will serve as a strong foundation for your future endeavors. Embrace the opportunities that lie ahead with confidence and determination, and continue to make positive contributions to our society.” She explained.
She informed that 1,354 were schedule for discharge, 2 got State Coordinator’s commendation,6 had their services extended,
13 were remobilised.
She further advised them to avoid night travels while going home. She urged them to ensure boarding of vehicles only at government approved motor parks.
Earlier, the Executive Assistant to the Governor on NYSC Matters, Mr. Wisdom Poyeri commended the corps members for their service to the state and urged those who wished to remain in Bayelsa after the service year to feel free.
He assured that the State Government will continue to carter for the welfare and security of corps members deployed to the state.
Alhaji Abubakar Ahmed Abubakar from the Planning , Research and Statistics, Directorate Headquarters,Abuja monitored the low key closing ceremony.
