Mutfwang Praises NYSC as Vital Component for National Development

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has praised the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme as a vital component of national development and unity.

The governor made the remarks on Friday during the official opening and swearing-in ceremony of the 2025 Batch “A” Stream II corps members’ orientation exercise.

According to a statement, Governor Mutfwang, who was represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Musa Ashoms, described corps members as ambassadors of unity, symbols of national integration, and catalysts for social and economic progress.

The governor urged the newly sworn-in corps members to take the orientation course seriously, adhere to the scheme’s by-laws, and cultivate discipline, patriotism, self-reliance, and leadership skills that would benefit them during and after their service year.

“Uphold the dignity of your uniform, remain dedicated to your assignments, and conduct yourselves with integrity,” the governor advised.

He also encouraged them to serve as dependable agents of transformation by shunning vices that could hinder their future.

Governor Mutfwang reassured the corps members of his administration’s commitment, in collaboration with security agencies, to sustaining peace and ensuring the safety of all residents and visitors in Plateau State.

Earlier, Plateau State Coordinator of the NYSC, Mr. Jonathan Yavala, encouraged the corps members to actively participate in all camp activities, as they were vital preparation for the service year ahead.

Yavala also appreciated the Plateau State Government for its continuous support of the NYSC scheme, especially the resumption of work at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Mangu.

He appealed for sustained efforts to ensure the camp was fully operational again.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that 1,500 corps members were registered at the close of registration.

The orientation exercise is expected to equip the corps members with the necessary skills and knowledge to enable them to contribute meaningfully to the development of the state and the country at large. With the governor’s assurance of safety and support, the corps members are set to embark on their one-year service journey, poised to make a positive impact in their host communities.