NYSC Scheme: A Proper Guide for the Nation's Youths - Rev. Dr. Bisong

Rev. Dr. George Obi-Bisong, a retired Director of the NYSC Scheme, emphasized the importance of focus, diligence, and preparedness during their service year. His talk served as both an inspirational guide and practical advice for the new corps members deployed to Nasarawa State.

Rev. Dr. Bisong provided a comprehensive overview of the NYSC Scheme's core values and objectives. He underscored the Scheme's role as a fundamental guide for Nigeria's youth, aiming to foster national unity, instill discipline, and encourage self-reliance through skill acquisition. Highlighting the Scheme's establishment in 1973, Dr. Bisong reminded the corps members of its original purpose: to heal ethnic distrust and promote unity among Nigerian youths.

Addressing the current challenges facing youths, particularly unemployment, Dr. Bisong encouraged corps members to look beyond their service year for job opportunities. He advocated for self-vision and discovery, urging them to enhance their skills through professional certifications and self-employment avenues to achieve financial independence.

Dr. Bisong placed special emphasis on the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) program, introduced to address youth unemployment. He urged corps members to seize this opportunity, leveraging their service year to develop new skills and qualifications that would benefit their future career prospects.

In his closing remarks, Rev. Dr. Bisong urged the corps members to collaborate with the NYSC Scheme to maximize their service year, contribute positively to national development, and uphold the Scheme’s mandate of fostering National Unity and Integration. He stressed the importance of discipline and adherence to the rules guiding the service year, reinforcing that their conduct would significantly impact their personal growth and contribution to the nation's progress.