By Celestine Okafor (Editor-in-chief)
The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has congratulated the 2025 Batch ‘C’ Corps Members on the successful completion of their national service, describing their patriotism and resilience as an inspiration to the nation.
In a farewell message conveyed in a press statement signed by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu, the NYSC boss praised the corps members for answering the call to serve with courage, passion, and unwavering commitment to the ideals of the country.
“Your patriotism, resilience, selfless service, and unwavering dedication have inspired hope and set a shining example for others to emulate,” the Director-General said. “You have shown that the true spirit of service lies in giving your best for the greater good.”
The NYSC helmsman noted that the impactful projects initiated by the corps members and the lives they touched in their host communities would remain etched in the nation’s story, adding that their legacy of service would inspire generations yet unborn.
As the corps members transition into the next phase of their lives, the Director-General encouraged them to boldly harness the knowledge and skills gained through the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme.
“Be pioneers—forge new paths, create opportunities, and become beacons of hope for others,” he urged.
He also charged them to let the NYSC’s core values of patriotism, integrity, efficiency, commitment, teamwork, and self-reliance serve as their compass as they chart bold new courses and overcome challenges.
“Uphold these values in all you do, and strive for leadership wherever you find yourself—so that you may become architects of unity, progress, and national development,” he added.
The Director-General concluded his message with a personal touch, saying: “May your journey ahead be bright, purposeful, and filled with success and fulfillment. Go forth and make your mark on the world. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve. Once again, congratulations and best wishes! I love you all!”
The farewell message has since been greeted with commendation from stakeholders, who described it as a fitting tribute to the sacrifices and contributions of the 2025 Batch ‘C’ corps members to national unity and development. NNL.
