The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has said274 corps members successfully completed their one-year mandatory service in Gombe State.
NYSC Coordinator in the state, Mr Dawut Jidda spoke during the passing-out of the 2022 Batch ‘B’ Stream II corps members, yesterday in Gombe.
Jidda said one corps member died in the service year, adding the deceased lost her life in the course of child-bearing.
According to Jidda, two corps members got extension of service for offences after facing the Corps Disciplinary Committee.
Jidda commended outgoing corps members for their efforts in Community Development Service.
“I will like to express my gratitude to those who used their time and energy to mobilise resources in order to touch lives positively in their host communities,” he said.
He encouraged outgoing corps members to use the skills acquired during their service year to impact positively on their communities and become self-reliant.
“The era of white collar jobs is far gone. Your tomorrow lies in your hands; remember, the effort you will put into achieving your dreams is entirely your responsibility.
“We await good news about your progress soon. It is your responsibility to play your part in developing this country.
“The time to start is now,” he said.
The state coordinator also cautioned them against embarking on night journeys as well as engaging in social vices. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)