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NYSC D-G urges organisations not to reject corps members
NYSC D-G urges organisations not to reject corps members
Brig.-Gen. Muhammad Fadah, Director-General, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), on Tuesday, enjoined organisations not to reject but accept corps members posted to them.
Fadah said this at the end of the 2022 Batch `B’ Stream 1 orientation course at the NYSC permanent orientation camp in Boro, Kaiama, in Kolokuma/Opkuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa.
The NYSC boss, who was represented by the NYSC Coordinator in Bayelsa, Mr Mohammed Jiya, urged them to assist the corps members to settle down for effective national service.
The director-general urged the corps members to sustain the spirit of patriotism, hard work and resilience that they imbibed during the course and strive to meet the expectations of Nigerians.
He urged them to contribute to the progress and development of their fatherland.
Fadah also urged them to integrate into host communities while appreciating and respecting cultures but avoiding involvement in local and partisan politics.
He commended their active participation in Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme’s in-camp training.
The D-G assured that the scheme would continue to liaise with financial institutions and other stakeholders to provide start-up loans to enable them to actualise their business dreams.
“I enjoin you to shun actions and omissions detrimental to the image of the scheme such as drug abuse, trafficking, cybercrime and advance fee fraud.
“Corps membership does not confer immunity from legal consequences of any wrongdoing.
“I, therefore, enjoin you to continue to be law-abiding while also serving as role models for the younger ones,” he said.
Reflecting on Community Development Service, he encouraged them to initiate and execute viable personal and group CDS projects that could help to lift the living standard of the people of their host communities.
The D-G further warned them against the use of social media for ethnic purposes, rumour peddling and the promotion of hatred.
“Instead, your activities online should be targeted at self-improvement as well as promotion of the unity, peace and prosperity of our dear country.
“In the same vein, avoid being speculative on issues affecting the NYSC; instead visit our websites, social media platforms and other official channels for clarifications,” he said.
The D-G also warned corps members against unauthorised journeys and night trips as they could not only increase the risk of an accident but also make rescue difficult.
“You are, therefore, advised to always cut short your trips from six O’clock in the evening and pass the night at NYSC lodges, military barracks and other locations officially designated as safe.
“Also, board vehicles only at approved motor parks so as to avoid falling prey to criminals,” he advised.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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