NYSC members honour council chairman, commend Mbah

The Sun

The outgoing 2024 Batch B Stream Two of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area (LGA) of Enugu State have lauded the state governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, for improved security and good governance impacting every part of the state.

They presented an Award of Excellence to the Isi-Uzo Council Chairman, Barr. Obiora Obeagu, in recognition of his outstanding achievements in collaborating with the governor to enhance security and promote rural transformation in the LGA.

The Mbah Administration has initiated and completed the 21.7km Agu-Mgbuji-Ogbete road in Eha-Amufu and begun the creation of access roads to Ikpakpara-Aguamede and Ikem-Nkwo to enhance security, while the 40km Owo-Ubahu-Amankanu-Neke-Ikem dual carriageway is ongoing. Governor Mbah is also constructing a Smart Green School and a Type 2 Primary Healthcare Centre in each of the 11 political wards of the LGA, alongside farm estates earmarked for each ward.

Led by their Corps Liaison Officer (CLO), Beem Christopher JighJigh, the NYSC members commended Barr. Obeagu’s tireless efforts in ensuring the safety of lives and property in Isi-Uzo. They highlighted his initiatives in equipping and training security personnel and deploying adequate logistics to facilitate prompt security surveillance, which have significantly contributed to the LGA’s security landscape.

A Corps member, Miss Olayinka Ogunyemi Oritsemigho, expressed gratitude to Hon. Obeagu for his cordial relationship with Corps members and for providing transportation from the Orientation Camp in Awgu LGA to Isi-Uzo upon completion of their orientation, describing these gestures as clear proof of his commitment to citizen welfare.

They also noted the Council’s investment in infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and public facilities, which has improved quality of life and enhanced economic opportunities for residents.

Responding, Barr. Obeagu expressed sincere appreciation for the Corps members’ conduct and praised their numerous community service initiatives. He encouraged the outgoing Batch B Corps members to leverage their service-year experiences to become productive partners in nation-building and promoting national unity.

“First, I want to thank you, on behalf of our dear Governor and the good people of Isi-Uzo, for your kind words for the governor and the honour bestowed on me by way of this award.

“It gladdens the heart to see people from various parts of Nigeria testify to the level at which we are improving security in Enugu State in general and Isi-Uzo in particular, and the monumental development going on in the state.

“Your colleagues in other parts of the state must have informed you that the construction of Smart Green Schools, Type 2 Healthcare Centres, Farm Estates, roads, and others are going on in every one of the 260 wards.

“So, as you depart Isi-Uzo to your various states, you have seen how secure the state is and how friendly our people are. You have seen that though tribe and tongue may differ, in brotherhood we stand. So, go and spread the message of unity and mutual respect,” he added.

Obeagu reiterated his administration’s commitment to prioritising the welfare of Corps members and supporting NYSC activities.