Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has enjoined Corps members to be security conscious and avoid acts capable of compromising their safety during the service year.
He also warned against night journeys and unsafe travel on waterways, cultism, drug abuse, cybercrime, partisan politics and other acts that could undermine the objectives of the National Youth Service Corps.
Gov. Douye Diri, represented by his Executive Assistant to the Governor on NYSC Matters, Dr Wisdom Poyeri, charge the Corps members during the closing ceremony of the three-week Orientation Course held at the NYSC Bayelsa State Permanent Orientation Camp, Boro Town, to use approved safety equipment and promptly report security concerns through appropriate channels.
Diri however enjoined the 2026 Batch ‘C’ Stream I Corps Members to uphold discipline, prioritise their safety and deploy their knowledge and skills towards the development of their host communities as they proceed to their Places of Primary Assignment.
Gov. Diri, while congratulating the Corps Members on the successful completion of the Orientation Course, urged them to demonstrate commitment, professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility throughout the service year.
The Governor enjoined them to integrate into their host communities by respecting the people, culture and traditions, while applying their knowledge and skills to identified community needs and promoting peaceful coexistence.
On self-reliance, the Governor encouraged the Corps Members to consolidate on the skills acquired through the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and pursue further post-camp training to enhance their prospects for sustainable livelihoods.
Diri reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to collaborating with the NYSC and relevant stakeholders towards ensuring the safety and welfare of Corps Members and providing an enabling environment for effective service delivery.
He also commended the NYSC Management, the Bayelsa State Coordinator, Mr Samuel Amaramiro Pepple, the Camp Director, Camp Commandant and other camp officials for their roles in the successful conduct of the Orientation Course.
The ceremony marked the successful conclusion of the three-week Orientation Course, paving the way for the Corps Members to proceed to their respective Places of Primary Assignment across the state, where they are expected to uphold the ideals of the NYSC and contribute meaningfully to the development of their host communities.