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NYSC advocates better welfare packages for corps members in Edo

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As the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, swore in a total of 1,033 corps members in Edo State, the agency has called for an improved welfare package for those serving in the state.

Ekwutosblog reports that Dr Frances Ben-Ushie, the state coordinator of the corps, made the appeal on Friday during the swearing-in ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream I corps members.

The event was held at the Permanent Orientation Camp in Okada, the administrative headquarters of Ovia North-East Local Government Area.

 

Ben-Ushie noted that poor welfare packages had negatively affected corps members’ productivity and willingness to remain in the state.

She attributed the growing trend of mass relocations to the absence of adequate support, citing the non-payment of state allowances and inadequate feeding augmentation as key reasons many corps members redeployed to other states.

“Corps members have been making an impact in the areas of education, health and community development in the state.

“We appeal to Your Excellency to kindly intervene in addressing these challenges.

“Resolving these issues will greatly enhance the effectiveness of the orientation programme and other NYSC activities in Edo State for greater impact,” she said.

The NYSC coordinator also highlighted infrastructural and logistical challenges facing the scheme, including inadequate hostel accommodation for corps members and camp officials.

She commended the government for consistently providing transportation support to corps members at the end of orientation camps but decried the lack of a multipurpose hall, a poor learning environment for the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development, SAED, programme, and encroachment due to the absence of proper demarcation of the camp premises.

Ben-Ushie added that the orientation course commenced on July 30 and, as of August 1, a total of 1,033 corps members had been duly registered, comprising 454 males and 579 females.

“Gentlemen corps members, this marks the beginning of a new chapter in your lives, one that will contribute to your growth as individuals and professionals.

“I urge you to embrace discipline, display a willingness to learn, and make the most of this unique opportunity,” she stated.

In his address, Governor Monday Okpebholo assured the corps members of the administration’s unwavering commitment to their welfare and security throughout the service year.

Okpebholo, represented by Mrs Anthonia Odia, Director of Administration at the State Ministry of Youth Development, emphasised his government’s investment in youth development.

“Edo remained a fertile ground for young people to explore opportunities in agriculture, education, technology, entrepreneurship, and tourism.

“As 21st-century graduates, you have access to unparalleled opportunities in today’s interconnected global economy.

“The SAED programme is tailored to help you harness these opportunities.

“Your contributions to Edo State, whether in education, healthcare, agriculture, or community development, will have a lasting impact on our social and economic landscape,” he stated.

The governor urged the corps members to participate actively in the orientation course, embrace the diversity of the nation, and use the NYSC platform to build lasting friendships and networks, noting that the scheme remained a vital tool for national unity and youth empowerment.

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NANS Vows Action Against Sponsored Misinformation Targeting FUTO, Its Leadership

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The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has vowed to take urgent action against some persons it said are cooking up and sponsoring falsehood against the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) and its leadership.

NANS took the position in a release signed by Comr. Olushola Oladoja, NANS President, and Comr. Nduka Chibueze (Paparazzi), NANS Director of Travel and Exchange, and made available to the media on Saturday.

“The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has observed with deep concern the activities of some unscrupulous and mischievous elements who appear to be acting in concert to tarnish the image and credibility of our institution, the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), and its leadership through the circulation of false, misleading and malicious information across various online platforms.

“These individuals, whose actions clearly suggest a calculated agenda driven by selfish interests and external influence, have continued to propagate unfounded claims capable of bringing the institution into disrepute and misleading members of the public.

“It is unfortunate that certain persons have chosen to allow themselves to be used as instruments of propaganda and destabilization against an institution that represents the collective pride and aspiration of thousands of students and alumni.

“We wish to state categorically that such coordinated attempts to blackmail, ridicule, or undermine the institution and its leadership will not be tolerated henceforth. The university’s integrity and reputation must not be sacrificed on the altar of personal interest, sponsored misinformation, or politically motivated attacks.

“The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) remains committed to protecting the image, unity, and values of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), and will continue to resist every desperate attempt aimed at causing disaffection within the institution, using every legitimate mechanism and arsenal within our disposition.

“We have activated the forces of Aluta to identify and expose the charlatans involved. Our aim is to deal with them in a manner that serves the overall interest of our institution. This should act as a deterrent to anyone whose actions are aimed at destroying the institutional reputation we all worked to build. Forewarned is forearmed,” NANS maintained.

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NYSC Official Arrested Over Female Corper’s D3ath After Abortion

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An official of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Ogun State, Abass Olalekan, has been arrested in connection with the de@th of a female corps member.

The corps member, Victoria Ariyo, serving under the Abeokuta South Local Government Area (LGA) of the NYSC, reportedly d!ed last Tuesday after undergoing abortion.

It was gathered that the corps member had terminated her pregnancy and d!ed from complications that followed the procedure.

Her remains were buried at Kobape Cemetery on Kobape-Sagamu Road in Abeokuta.

According to Daily Trust, Ariyo’s d3ath came barely a month after another female corps member, Adeleye Mary, d!ed in what has been described as mysterious circumstance.

Mary, who was serving under the same Abeokuta South LG, was attached to the Ogun State Television (OGTV) as her Place of Primary Assignment (PPA).

A source told the publication that both deceased corps members were friends.

“The first lady d!ed at her residence, which is not far from her PPA. They found her lifeless body in the apartment and, up till now, nobody can tell the cause of her d3ath,” the source said.

However, the second corps member who d!ed on Tuesday was said to have died from complications arising from an abortion procedure.

It was alleged that the NYSC official, who is the Local Government Inspector (LGI) for Abeokuta South, Abass Olalekan was culpable in the process leading to the corps member’s d3ath.

Sources told the publication that the LGI was allegedly involved in a romantic relationship with the deceased, which eventually led to pregnancy, and it was the termination that led to her d3ath.

“That is the fact in issue,” a police source who confirmed the NYSC official’s arrest told Daily Trust on Thursday.

The police source said the development raises questions about the legality of romancing “someone that should be in your care.”

Confirming Olalekan’s arrest, the source said, “He is in our custody at the command’s headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta.”

The police source, however, said there is no connection between the current incident and the one that occurred last month.

Spokesperson for the police in the state, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed death of Ariyo and said that the investigation was ongoing.

However, he failed to respond to questions on the arrest of the LGI and the alleged involvement.

“I can confirm that the case of the demise of Victoria Ariyo is under investigation by the State Criminal Investigation Department,” Babaseyi said in a terse statement.

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Teacher Reportedly Suspended In Kebbi After Rejecting Ramadan Palliative

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A classroom teacher in Kebbi State, Abduljalal Usman, has reportedly been suspended for three months without salary after rejecting a Ramadan palliative reportedly distributed by the state government.

The teacher allegedly declined the offer of one mudu of maize and one mudu of millet and also criticized what he described as poor governance in the state.

According to claims circulating online, the action was taken under the administration of Nasir Idris, prompting criticism from some commentators who described the suspension as an attempt to silence dissent and punish a public worker for speaking out.

Critics argue that educators deserve better working conditions, fair compensation, and respect, rather than disciplinary action for expressing their views.

@Mallam_jabeer who shared the report, said …

“A classroom teacher in Kebbi, Abduljalal Usman has been suspended for 3 months without salary simply for rejecting one mudu of maize and one mudu of millet offered as Ramadan palliative from the government and for speaking out against the bad governance.

 

Under the leadership of
@NasiridrisKG
, the Kebbi State Government is now punishing teachers for refusing humiliation and for criticizing the weaponization of poverty.

This is bias, incompetence and total abuse of power.

 

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