Ahead of 2023 general election the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC has warned Corps members to stay away from partisan politics as the 2023 general election draws near.
NYSC also advised them to be unbiased electoral umpires anytime they were called upon to serve as electoral officers.
The NYSC Director-General, Major-General Shuaibu Ibrahim gave this warning in a statement issued on Thursday by the NYSC Deputy Director (Press and Public Relations), Emeka Mgbemena,
According to the statement, the DG stated these while debriefing the 2022 Batch ‘A’ Stream Two Corps members in a nationwide virtual address.
The DG admonished them to put to good use the lessons learnt during the orientation course after the service year.
He warned them to be security conscious by avoiding anything that could endanger their safety.
The DG stated, “You must be security conscious. Never put yourself in harm’s way. Don’t get yourself involved in any risky behaviour.
“For those of you going on relocation, please follow your State Coordinators’ guidelines, directives and instructions.”
He also warned against night journeys, stating that any journey that extended beyond 6pm should be broken. He enjoined them to pass the night in the NYSC formations, military barracks, Corps lodges and other safe locations.
“Don’t embark on any unauthorised journey. Don’t board vehicles by the roadside; and don’t accept a free ride from anyone. Be wise and be smart,” Ibrahim said.
Ibrahim, who said the NYSC Radio and Television would be commissioned on April 14, added that the media would be used to promote the programmes and activities of the scheme.
He urged Corps members to add value to themselves and the scheme and also beware of online fraudsters.
The Corps members commended the DG for prioritising their welfare and security; and for advocating the establishment of the NYSC Trust Fund.
“We promise to remain law-abiding citizens and contribute immensely to the development of the nation,” Aliyu stated.
The orientation course, which commenced on March 18, was concluded on April 7.