Ogun State Government has charged outgoing members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to take advantage of the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) scheme to create employment opportunities for themselves and others who might be less endowed and help nurture the economy of the State.

The State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun gave the charge at the passing out Parade of the NYSC  2021 Batch A Stream 2 Corps members at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Kuto, Abeokuta.

Represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Dr. Oluwadare Kehinde, Gov. Abiodun urged the outgoing Corps members to take advantage of the Anchor Borrower Scheme, FADAMA scheme, ‘Ok’Owo’ Dapo among other various social programmes already designed to promote job creation, poverty alleviation, and food security which would help them in any areas they decide to start their businesses.

"There are various opportunities across all sectors of our dear States economy that can help you discover and nurture your potential. So, as I encourage you to see Ogun State as a home, I also urge you to settle down peacefully and establish your entrepreneurial skills. By doing this, you will partner and own an important position in the successful and continued implementation of the ‘Building Our Future Together’ agenda of our administration" Governor Abiodun said.

Abiodun assured the Corps members of his administration’s continual support, saying the government would provide the enabling environment for the promotion of activities of the NYSC Scheme.  

In her welcome address, the State Coordinator, NYSC, Mrs. Belinda Faniyi urged the outgoing Corps members to shun anti-social vices that could derail their growth in life and imbibe the spirit of humility and dedication as they enter the larger society.

A total of 4289 Corps members successfully passed out from the scheme while 77 Corps members who absconded from the service or committed one offense or the other would repeat the service year.