Mon. Nov 11th, 2024

From TCNEWS

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has charged the newly sworn-in 2024 Batch “A” Stream II corps members in the State not to relocate to other states but join him in building a new Nigeria and Abia State.

Speaking at the Abia State NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Umunna, Bende L.G.A, during the opening/swearing-in ceremony of the NYSC 2024 Batch “A” Stream II Orientation Course, Gov. Otti, who spoke through the Deputy Chief of Staff, Hon. Chinedu Ekeke encouraged the 1,802 newly sworn-in corps members to jettison the idea of relocating to other states and join him to build a new Nigeria and Abia State of our dream.

“My administration and the good people of Abia State are appreciative of the noble roles Corps Members have played towards the development of the state. In recognition of their contributions, many of them at different times have been rewarded for their outstanding performances.

” Recently, this administration appointed one of your own, an ex-corps member from Edo State a Permanent Secretary. We are determined to ensure that whatsoever sacrifice you will make to better the living standard of our people, will not go unnoticed. On your own part, my dear Compatriots I expect you to reciprocate government gestures by joining hands with us in our efforts towards making Abia State the destination point for all.

“Let me at this point, let you know that Abia people are hospitable and warm to strangers. It is on this note that I request that you make Abia your home during the service year. Do not relocate, stay here and let us salvage this State together.

 I wish to re-iterate that my administration will continue to give the NYSC the necessary support and encouragement to ensure success of all of its goals in the state”, Gov. Otti stated.

Also speaking at the ceremony, the Chairman Abia State NYSC Governing Board, Sir. Nwaobilor Ananaba encouraged the corps members to feel at home and enjoy the hospitality, friendliness and love of Abians.

He stated that the Abia State Governor will stop at nothing to ensure that they enjoy their service year. He also harped on the need for them to listen and learn very well in camp and learn as much as they could about the good people of Abia.

Earlier while delivering a welcome address, the Abia State NYSC Coordinator, Mrs. Gladys Adama pleaded with the State Government to come to the rescue of the NYSC in Abia State as structures in the orientation camp are in serious states of dilapidation and requires urgent attention.

She said that the collapse of any building could bring a bad name to the administration of the Dr. Alex Otti administration and the good people of Abia, hence, the urgent need to do a quick rehabilitation of the facilities or immediate renovation of the camp facilities.

She promised the Governor that the NYSC in Abia will solidly stand by him in his pursuits to build a functional and progressive Abia.

 The Corps Members were sworn in by Hon  Justice K.C.J. Okereke.

By NWAMARA

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