Corps members receive N23m transport grant

A total of 1,166 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members have been given a combined transport allowance of N23 million to facilitate their movement from camp to their places of primary assignment.

The gesture was announced during the official closing ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream I orientation exercise in Lokoja, where Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, represented by his deputy, Joel Salifu, made the presentation on behalf of the state government.

Addressing the corps members, Ododo encouraged them to actively engage in community development efforts throughout their service year. He stressed the importance of making positive contributions in key sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, social services, and education.

The governor assured the corps members of their safety and the hospitality of Kogi residents, urging them to be proactive and vigilant in their various places of assignment.

Also speaking at the event, NYSC State Coordinator Mr. Femi Osungbohun urged the corps members to put the skills and knowledge gained during the orientation course to good use. He praised the state government for its continued support, including the earlier donation of over 100 bags of rice to the current batch.