The Jigawa State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, Muhammad Baba, has warned corps members against cultism and other activities capable of disrupting peace at the NYSC orientation camp.
Baba issued the warning on Friday during the swearing-in ceremony for the 2026 Batch ‘C’ Stream 1 corps members at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Fanisau, Dutse, the state capital.
About 2,000 corps members deployed to Jigawa for the stream were administered the oath of allegiance by Justice Amina Dahiru, who represented the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice.
Addressing the corps members, Baba urged them to uphold discipline and conduct themselves responsibly throughout their service year.
He said the NYSC was established in 1973 to promote national unity, selfless service, community development and brotherhood among Nigerian youths regardless of their backgrounds.
Baba said the scheme’s core values, including patriotism, integrity, commitment, efficiency and teamwork, remained essential to achieving its objectives.
He warned that the camp authorities would not tolerate behaviour capable of disturbing the peace or disrupting camp activities.
“There shall be zero tolerance to voice or act capable of causing distraction and disruptions of a peaceful camp life and activities. Cultism and anti-social behaviour shall be immediately and vigorously sanctioned,” he said.
The coordinator also encouraged the corps members to respect camp officials and cooperate with them throughout the orientation programme.
He described the officials as experienced youth administrators who were available to guide and mentor the corps members.
Baba also urged the corps members to become good ambassadors of the NYSC and contribute positively to their host communities during their service year.
He commended Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, the people of the state and the Emir of Dutse, Hameem Nuhu, for their support and hospitality towards the NYSC.
Speaking after the ceremony, a corps member from Kaduna State, Grace Emmanuel, said she was excited about serving in Jigawa and would abide by the camp rules.
“I am happy to be here. I will be of good behaviour and avoid anything that will tarnish the image of NYSC. The coordinator’s warning is clear,” Emmanuel said.
Another corps member from Nasarawa State, Zahra’u Inuwa, said the orientation programme had already taught her lessons in discipline and unity.
“I will take the training seriously and respect camp officials. I want to use my service year to develop myself and contribute to Jigawa State,” Inuwa said.
The swearing-in ceremony was attended by representatives of security agencies, government officials, other stakeholders, as well as parents and guardians of some of the corps members.
