Corps members in Adamawa State under Batch A, Stream II of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) have been sworn in at the orientation camp in Damare, Girei Local Government Area.
The swearing-in of the 1,822 corps members, held on Friday, featured the administration of the oath of allegiance by Justice Balula Ikaro Ladokya, who represented the State Chief Judge, Justice Hafsat Abdulrahman.
The Chief of Staff to Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, Chief Amos Edgar, who stood in for the governor, assured the corps members of their safety throughout their service year.
He described Adamawa as a peaceful and hospitable state, adding that the state government places a high priority on the welfare and security of corps members.
In her remarks, the Adamawa State NYSC Coordinator, Osoroh Caroline Chinedu, described the orientation course as a critical phase of national service.
She expressed appreciation to the state government for its continued support, particularly in the areas of infrastructure development and the prompt payment of enhanced allowance.
