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FG Charges NYSC On More Innovations For Greater Impact

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2 years ago

March 28, 2023

Joel Ajayi

The Federal Government, on Tuesday, has charged National Youth Service Corps NYSC to leave no stone unturned towards bringing more innovations, creativity that will enable the Scheme to witness more growth and development.

Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, gave the charge during the Annual Management conference (AMC) while he lauded the Scheme for unrelenting effort that is turning the fortune of NYSC for better.

According to him, there is no doubt, NYSC has contributed tremendously to the growth of Nigeria as a nation, but I think there is need for more reform, more creativity as well as innovations that will propel the Scheme to more greater heights.

The Minister also revealed that government is not sleeping on youth matter since they are the engine room of the country.

“Since the EndSARS happened, no segment of this country can ever or should ever ignore the youths of our country.

Speaking on NYSC trust fund bill, Youth Minister assured that, there is serious progress on the bill and very soon, the government under President Muhammadu Buhari will give accent to it. “Trust Fund Bill is the final stage, waiting for final approval and by the grace of God, very soon President will approve it.”

In his address, the Director General of NYSC, Brig. Gen YD Ahmed said the Annual Management Conference is a forum where members of the NYSC Top Management and other key officers make critical review of the Scheme’s operations, with a view to developing policies and strategies for improved performance.

According to him, this edition is special as it is taking place when the Scheme is close to celebrating its 50th Anniversary. Just two weeks ago, a 22-Member Inter Ministerial Committee on the Anniversary was inaugurated by the Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports Development.

“This Conference will, therefore, serve as a veritable avenue for appraisal of our journey in the last five decades, and enable us set new agenda for a post-golden jubilee Scheme that will have greater impact on national development.

“I am pleased to state that since the establishment of NYSC in 1973, it has remained a reference point for other organizations, owing to its vital roles in the promotion of national unity and integration, peaceful co-existence among Nigerians of diverse socio-cultural backgrounds, and free movement of labour. The contributions of the Scheme in the area of health, education, rural infrastructure, culture and tourism, sports, conduct of elections, population census and job creation, amongst others, are enormous and have earned its commendations from within and outside the country. Detailed documentation of the Scheme’s activities and accomplishments are being made through our various publications, print and electronic media, as well as NYSC Museum and Archives.”

He commended the contributions of all stakeholders to the achievements of the Scheme so far, and used the occasion to sought for more more growth and development.

Among the topics discussed was “A Critical Evaluation of the NYSC as an Intervention National Development in the Last 50 Years; NYSC as a Veritable Platform for Remodeling of the Nigerian Youth for National Development.

Others topics were; Combating Threats to NYSC Contribution to National Development; and for Operations Optimal contribution to National Development and Deepening Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development Programme of NYSC as a Panacea for Skill Mismatch and Youth Employment.

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FG Inaugurates Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit in Youth Ministry

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19 hours ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

The Federal Government has inaugurated the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

Speaking at the inauguration, the Permanent Secretary, represented by the Director of Education and Youth Development (EYD), Mr. Kabir Mohammad, described the event as a significant milestone in the Ministry’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance.

He expressed gratitude to the ICPC for its guidance and support in establishing the unit, acknowledging the dedication and hard work of the Ministry’s staff in making this initiative a reality since its separation from the Ministry of Sports.

“To the newly inaugurated members of the ACTU, I charge you to discharge your duties with integrity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence. Your role is critical in ensuring that our Ministry operates with transparency, accountability, and integrity,” Mr. Mohammad stated.He also urged Heads of Departments and Units to collaborate with the ACTU, particularly on integrity and compliance matters, noting that these areas are crucial to the annual performance evaluation of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in alignment with ICPC principles.

In his goodwill message, Mr. Olusegun Adigun, representing the ICPC Chairman, emphasized the importance of the ACTU in advancing the Ministry’s vision.

“Aligned with the Ministry’s vision of empowering Nigerian youth to succeed in all fields of life through dedication, unity of purpose, and commitment to national development, the ACTU will serve as a strategic instrument to support the Ministry in achieving its objectives through its mandated duties,” Mr. Adigun stated.

He further advised the Ministry’s leadership to create an enabling environment for the ACTU by granting it representation in standing committees, in accordance with the government circular Ref No: OHCSF/SPSO/CSTD/314, dated October 5, 2016.

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