Youth Corps Members in Ogun State Call for Improved Welfare

Youth corps members serving in Ogun State have expressed their concerns about the state’s poor welfare system. The open letter, addressed to His Excellency, the Governor of Ogun State, highlights the challenges faced by corps members in the state. They express confidence that His Excellency will consider their humble request with compassion and take fatherly action to address their concerns.

Youth Corps Members in Ogun State Call for Improved Welfare

Youth corps members serving in Ogun State have expressed their concerns about the state’s poor welfare system. The corps members, who are part of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program, are calling on the state government to improve their living conditions and provide better support during their service year.

The open letter, addressed to His Excellency, the Governor of Ogun State, highlights the challenges faced by corps members in the state. These challenges include inadequate accommodation, insufficient medical facilities, and delays in payment of allowances. The corps members emphasize that their request is not based on entitlement but rather as a sincere appeal for assistance.

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One corps member, who preferred to remain anonymous, stated, “We are not asking for luxury; we only seek basic amenities and fair treatment. Our service year is a crucial period for personal and professional development, and we believe that the state government can do more to support us.”

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The corps members also draw inspiration from the biblical verse Matthew 7:9, likening their plea to children asking their loving father for bread. They express confidence that His Excellency will consider their humble request with compassion and take fatherly action to address their concerns.

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