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NYSC Addresses Late Arrival Complaints, Offers Consideration for 2024 Batch ‘C’

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The management of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has addressed concerns raised by some Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) regarding their inability to register after arriving late at their respective Orientation Camps for the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream 2 Orientation Course.

Many of these PCMs were denied registration due to their late arrival, which sparked frustration and complaints, particularly on social media.

In a statement signed by Caroline Embu, the Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, the NYSC clarified its position on the matter.

The organisation emphasized that its guidelines for mobilization and orientation activities are clearly outlined in the NYSC Act, as well as in the Call-Up Letters provided to PCMs.

The statement pointed out that the first paragraph of the Call-Up Letters for this batch clearly indicated that registration would close at midnight on Thursday, August 29, 2024.

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Additionally, it stated that the Swearing-in Ceremony for successfully registered members would take place nationwide on Friday, August 30, 2024.

Despite this, the NYSC noted that as a compassionate organisation, they took steps to accommodate late arrivals.

After receiving reports about the delayed arrivals of some PCMs in various states, the Director General of NYSC directed that the registration deadline be extended by 24 hours, until midnight on Friday, August 30, 2024, to give more PCMs the opportunity to complete their registration.

However, even after this extended grace period, videos began circulating on social media showing more complaints from PCMs demanding further extensions.

In response to these continued grievances, the Director General personally visited several camps to assess the situation.

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While sympathizing with those who missed the deadline, he stressed that discipline and adherence to the established rules, including timely arrival at the Orientation Camps, were fundamental principles of the NYSC, as outlined in the Scheme’s Bye-laws.

In an effort to ease the situation for the affected PCMs, the Director General issued a directive for them to be provided with accommodation and meals before their departure from the camps.

Additionally, he reassured those who made genuine attempts to meet the deadline but were unable to do so that they would be given special consideration during the 2024 Batch ‘C’ mobilization.

The NYSC management expressed sympathy for the inconvenienced PCMs but reiterated that the Scheme operates strictly within the framework of its enabling Act and Bye-laws.

Nigerians were reminded of the importance of adhering to the outlined procedures to ensure smooth operations during mobilization and orientation exercises.

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Akpabio Says Tinubu Will Win Big in 2027 as Governor Eno will be Re-elected

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed strong confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s chances of dominating the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at a grand reception in Uyo to welcome Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno into the All Progressives Congress (APC), Akpabio said he believed Tinubu would secure 99.9% of the votes in the upcoming election.

Governor Eno recently left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the APC, blaming unresolved leadership issues within his former party for the switch. Akpabio, addressing the crowd, praised Eno’s political journey, noting how difficult it was for him to become governor. But he assured him that with his new political alignment, things would take a different turn.

He boldly predicted that Eno would become the first governor in the state’s history to be re-elected in 2027, adding that both the governor and President Tinubu were in for a smooth political ride moving forward.


 

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Catholics in Benue Pray and Ask God to Bring Peace and End the Killings

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Catholics across Benue State came together on Thursday in a heartfelt prayer walk, seeking God’s help for peace to return to the troubled region. The walk, which drew large crowds from different parishes, was marked by hymns, placards, and quiet reflection. Priests, religious groups, and lay faithful joined in solidarity as they moved through the streets.

They also prayed for the victims of the recent violence, including those killed in the attack on Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area, where many lives were lost. Those who took part in the procession spoke out about the rising insecurity and called for healing, unity, and a renewed sense of justice in the state.


 

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Tinubu’s Surprise Visit to Benue Sparks Outrage Over Political Rally Amid Mourning

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The recent surprise visit to Benue State by President Bola Tinubu has stirred many reactions from the public.

It was reported that some school children who were outside were urged to welcome the president under the rain.

It was also noted that what started as a simple welcome turned into a political rally for the President and the Governor of the state.

This gained many criticisms from the public, especially online, as they shared their thoughts on the visit and the welcome. Many highlighted the fact that it was meant to be a condolence visit and not a celebratory event.


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