From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa
The governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri has threatened to sanction employers who reject without any justifiable reasons Corps members posted to their establishment.
Diri who stated this during the 2024 Batch B, Stream I closing ceremony held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Boro Town of Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area of the State assured corps members posted to Bayelsa that his administration will make the state a home away from home during and after their service year.
Diri, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government/ Chairman, NYSC State Governing Board, Prof. Nimibofa Ayawei, said the state government will provide one of the best welfare packages for corps members and will continue to explore ways of enhancing their welfare and security.
‘’This Government of Prosperity is committed to your welfare, evident in the quality of the permanent orientation facility, prompt payment of state allowance, our reward system for exceptional corps members, and the generous transportation allowance awaiting you after your service year. We will continue to explore ways of making Bayelsa a home away from home.
‘’In return, I expect you to reciprocate this goodwill by being at your best comportment at all times. We will not tolerate truancy, absenteeism, or tardiness at work. Your services will be critical in our rural schools and health facilities, and I strongly advise you not to induce rejection.
‘’Let me sternly warn that my government will not hesitate to sanction any employer who rejects corps members without justifiable reasons. Earlier, the State Coordinator, Mrs Okpalifo Obiageli Charity also warned them against engaging in actions and omissions that will put their lives in danger and negatively affect their service year.
She reminded them that the primary assignment runs simultaneously with Community Development Service and urged them to identify the felt needs of the host community and initiate and execute viable CDS projects that will address such needs to leave a legacy beneficial to the people.
She assured them that the Bayelsa State Government, alongside the NYSC, has put together a reward system for corps members who distinguished themselves during the service year.
“Build upon the foundations you have acquired during the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) In-camp training to improve on your chosen skill as some of your predecessors who heeded the wise counsel by also participating in the SAED post-camp training are today’s business owners, doing very well in their various business endeavours, contributing positively to the growth of Nigeria ‘s economy,” she said.