The NYSC Ondo State Coordinator, Mrs. Victoria Nnenna Ani has disclosed that all forms of discipline meted out to corps members during the orientation course is because NYSC wanted them to be responsible citizens of this country.
The State Coordinator made the disclosure during the debriefing exercise for the 2021 Batch 'B' (Stream II) corps members at NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Ikare-Akoko.
Mrs. Ani said that the regimented nature and execution of all programmes and activities is to toughen and prepare the members of the service corps on how to adapt to changes and challenges they would meet in the larger society.
"My treasured children, majority of you are frowning at the way and manner we enforce discipline from dusk to dawn at the orientation camp, but I need to let you know that we are doing all these because we want the best for you so that when you get to the larger society, you can easily adapt to any situation you find yourselves".
"As you look forward to starting the second phase of the four cardinal programmes of the Scheme, I want to advise you to live simply and modestly and take your personal security seriously. No one will protect you the way you will protect yourselves".
She said that the corps members should not see the period of national service as a time to be traversing the length and breadth of the country but stay at their respective places of primary assignment and serve the nation diligently.
"The Federal Government as well as the various communities that you will be posted to for your primary assignment are looking forward to enjoy the best service you can offer. Those who came before you left various landmarks and I am confident that you will surpass their modest achievements".
"While trusting God that you will remain good ambassadors of your respective families and the noble Scheme, I wish to implore you to eschew all negative tendencies which may pitch you against the constituted authority" she said.
The NYSC Ondo State boss appealed to the corps members not to join local politics in their host communities but rather use their spare time to organise extra mural classes which will positively impact on the younger generation towards acquiring quality education.
"My dear children, I want you to remember always the motto of NYSC which is Service and Humility which will assist you to achieve greatness in life. Respect everyone and doors of opportunities will open for you".
The State Coordinator prophesied that she would meet them at the top and wish the corps members a successful service year and a safe trip to their respective Local Governments of service.
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