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Nine corps members serving in Anambra State have received the sum of N1 million cash award and laptops from the state Governor, Willie Obiano for distinguishing themselves during their service year.
The beneficiaries who were drawn from 2018 Batch ‘C’ set, were honoured with the State Governor’s award, with the first three positions receiving N200,000, N150,000 and N100,000 including a laptop each respectively, while the remaining six received the sum of N100,000 each.
At the presentation of the award on Thursday, the state Coordinator, Mr. Kehinde Aremu, speaking on behalf of Governor Obiano, said the awards were in recognition of the immense contributions of the ex-corps members to the development of the state.
“Governor Obiano is very grateful to you for your contribution to the development of the state. While others were playing, you were working. It’s just proper to recognize whoever that makes sacrifices,” said Aremu.
“We found you outstanding for not just being role models to your colleagues, but to other youths in the state. Whatever your hands find doing, keep doing it well.
“As your father, I want you to know that you’re carrying a burden and a responsibility. You’re now ambassadors of the state and the NYSC.
“There are certain things you want to do, you ask yourself, what will the state and NYSC say if they find me doing it? Let that always be your watchword.”
The State Coordinator described the state award as just the beginning, assuring the beneficiaries that their names had been forwarded to Abuja for recognition at the national level.
“I’m sure most of you were surprised to receive our call. Expect to go to the villa soon. Having started on the part of hard work and diligence, never depart from it,” he said.
“It’s our expectations that you’ll assume greater responsibility to grow and defend yourselves and the scheme wherever you find yourselves.
Responding on behalf of the awardees, the first prize winner, Amune Vera appreciated the governor for the honour, as well as the NYSC management for providing the platform, praying God to reward them immensely.
