By Millicent Ifeanyichukwu
The State Coordinator, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Lagos, Mrs Yetunde Baderinwa, said that 25 of the corps members in the 2022 Batch C, Stream 2, were found wanting during the service year.
Baderinwa spoke at the passing out ceremony of 7,350 corps members of 2022 Batch C, Stream 2, held on Thursday in Alimosho Local Government Secretariat, Lagos.
She said that 23 would have their service year extended by months, while two others would be remobilised for various offence.
The coordinator advised those discharged to continue to contribute their quota to the development of the nation.
“I am optimistic that you have gained more knowledge, ideas, skills during your service year, therefore, the country needs you more as you are no longer in service.
“ Your exit from service has put you on the same pedestal with so many people struggling to earn a living for themselves in the labour market.
“ You have to bring to bear the opportunity created by the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme to enhance your certificate and tackle unemployment.
“ Don’t be idle, engage in jobs that can add value to your life and in a manner that won’t jeopardise your future or bring you and your family to disrepute,” she said.
The state coordinator reminded them that not everyone would have the opportunity to secure white-collar jobs.