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From Tony John, Port Harcourt
Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has described the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) as a veritable intervention in community healthcare delivery, positively impacting average Nigerians.
He stated this at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Nonwa-Gbam, Tai, during the swearing-in ceremony of 2026 Batch A Stream II corps members deployed to the state on Friday.
Speaking through the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman, NYSC State Governing Board, Dagogo Wokoma, Fubara expressed delight that the increased number of corps members posted to the state reflects growing confidence in its peace and governance.
He assured them of his administration’s continued commitment to uplifting young graduates and future leaders.
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The governor urged corps members to make the most of the orientation course and contribute meaningfully to nation-building.
In his welcome address, the NYSC State Coordinator, Mr Moses Oleghe, described the corps members as eager to make an indelible mark on national development.
He said NYSC management has consistently exposed corps members to practical, and life-changing experiences that have been helping in transitioning them from dependency to independence.
Oleghe, who commended the governor for his support, appealed for urgent action on the construction of a 1,000-bed hostel to accommodate the growing number of corps members.
A total of 3,665 corps members, comprising 1,328 males and 2,337 females, took the oath of allegiance administered by Justice Florence Fiberesima, who represented the Chief Judge of Rivers State.
