By Muhammadu Sabiu
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has announced a relief fund of N36.4 million to assist the 1,215 members of the National Youth Service Corps currently stationed in the state for their national service.
Each individual within the corps will receive N30,000 as part of the support initiative.
Following his attendance at the oath-taking ceremony for these youth corps members during the reopening of the camp in Maiduguri, Governor Zulum made a weekend visit to the NYSC orientation camp.
During the visit, he inspected the honour guard and subsequently addressed the corps members.
Furthermore, the Governor extended his support by providing 10 cows, 10 bags of 100 kg beans, 10 litres of cooking oil, 100 bags of rice, and 10 more bags of 100 kg beans.
These provisions are intended to facilitate a special meal as part of the ongoing three-week orientation programme for the youth corps members.
In his address, Governor Zulum emphasised the importance of adhering to camp rules and fostering positive relationships among one another.
He urged the corps members to contribute to national harmony through their actions and interactions.
Governor Zulum conveyed his aspirations for the corps members to exhibit dedication and loyalty to authorities while fostering friendships within the region.
He highlighted the collective goal of building a prosperous Nigeria with sustainable economic growth and development.
The governor expressed gratitude to the federal government for bolstering security in Borno State, which paved the way for the resumption of NYSC orientation camp operations in Maiduguri after a 13-year hiatus.