The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has urged Corps Members to avoid cultism, cybercrime, hooliganism and drug-related offences.
A statement by the NYSC Director of Press and Public Relations, Mr Eddy Megwa disclosed that the Director-General, Brigadier General Mohammad Fadah also urged them to be of good behaviour and avoid any act that could tarnish their image
He gave the advice during his visit to NYSC State Orientation Camps in Ebonyi, Cross River and Imo States
“NYSC has zero tolerance for misconduct and you are expected to adhere to every rule and regulations as being advised. If you violate the laid down rules and regulations you will be sanctioned,“ he said.
The Director General also admonished the Corps Members to maintain personal security, adding that the Scheme has made enough preparation for their welfare and security, but added that they should not endanger themselves through late-night movements, and partying among others.
Speaking further, General Fadah urged them to use social media to promote the unity and Integration of the country and not to spread fake news.
The NYSC Ebonyi State Coordinator, Mrs Mercy Bamai informed General Fadah that the 887 Corps Members in Camp comprising 359 males and 528 males are all well-behaved as camp activities are going on smoothly.
NYSC Cross River State Coordinator, Mr Andrew Zemoh said the registered 974 Corps Members made up of 531 males and 443 females have all keyed into the in-camp training of Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme aimed at empowering Corps Members for self-empowerment.
“The Corps Members have been seriously committed to all camp activities and are also well-behaved,“ he said.
Similarly, the NYSC lmo State Coordinator, Mrs Rachel Idaewor thanked General Fadah for finding time to visit the 205 male, 769 female Corps Members and other camp participants.
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