NYSC members lack nothing in Daura – Emir

Emir of Daura, Alhaji Faruk Umar Faruk, says National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) members do not suffer anything in his domain.

The emir made the statement when he received the NYSC Coordinator in the state, Alhaji Ibrahim Sa’idu, on a courtesy visit on Thursday in Daura.

According to the emir, NYSC is the only programme left for all Nigerians that ensure unity, from government to communities and individuals.

Umar-Faruk called on all Nigerians to see the NYSC members as, ”Children of necessity, orphans who has no family, Children that also need assistance, protection, guidance and comfort.

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“NYSC members should not be seen as vulnerable for exploitation and molestation, they should be provided with shelter, food and everything that will make them comfortable in any place they found themselves

“Corps members don’t suffer anything in my domain, they lack nothing, because I always do my best to ensure they are well accommodated.”

He advised other communities in the country to do the same for the development and sustenance of the scheme, stressing that NYSC has done so much for the unity and integration of Nigeria after the civil war.

Earlier, Sa’idu told the emir that he was in his palace being one of the critical stakeholders to report that he has resumed office as the new NYSC coordinator in the state, and also to request for his blessings.

The coordinator assured the emir that the scheme would continue to collaborate with the Emirate Council towards the development of the country and the nation’s unity.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the highlight of the visit was the presentation of the NYSC Katsina State End of Service Year Publication to the Emir.