The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, has warned corps members against participating in partisan politics as preparations gradually begin for the 2027 general elections.Nafiu gave the warning on Tuesday during a town hall meeting with 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I corps members at the temporary NYSC orientation camp in Amada, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State.He stressed that the credibility the NYSC has built over the years is rooted in its political neutrality and cautioned corps members against any action capable of portraying the scheme as aligned with any political party.“And since 1999, we have continued to strengthen our democratic process season after season. We are going into another electioneering season, and campaigns will soon begin. Don’t go to campaign grounds as a corps member,” he said.The NYSC boss specifically warned corps members against wearing the scheme’s uniform or insignia at political gatherings, noting that even unintended appearances at campaign events could create damaging public perceptions.“If I grab you with this face cap, this crested vest, this white-on-white and this khaki at a campaign ground and they capture you, the headline will be: ‘NYSC aligns with XYZ party.’ Your explanation will not be satisfactory. NYSC is apolitical. We do not align with any political party,” he said.Nafiu noted that Nigerians and the international community have continued to trust corps members with critical election responsibilities because of their neutrality.“The country has known us for that for the past 53 years. Nigerians and the international community are comfortable seeing us serve as INEC ad hoc staff election after election because they trust us. Don’t spoil it in your time. We will not allow you to cross that line,” he warned.The Director-General also challenged corps members to become agents of positive change rather than critics of the system.“You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. Nafiu gave the warning on Tuesday during a town hall meeting with 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I corps members at the temporary NYSC orientation camp in Amada, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State.He stressed that the credibility the NYSC has built over the years is rooted in its political neutrality and cautioned corps members against any action capable of portraying the scheme as aligned with any political party.“And since 1999, we have continued to strengthen our democratic process season after season. We are going into another electioneering season, and campaigns will soon begin. Don’t go to campaign grounds as a corps member,” he said.The NYSC boss specifically warned corps members against wearing the scheme’s uniform or insignia at political gatherings, noting that even unintended appearances at campaign events could create damaging public perceptions.“If I grab you with this face cap, this crested vest, this white-on-white and this khaki at a campaign ground and they capture you, the headline will be: ‘NYSC aligns with XYZ party.’ Your explanation will not be satisfactory. NYSC is apolitical. We do not align with any political party,” he said.Nafiu noted that Nigerians and the international community have continued to trust corps members with critical election responsibilities because of their neutrality.“The country has known us for that for the past 53 years. Nigerians and the international community are comfortable seeing us serve as INEC ad hoc staff election after election because they trust us. Don’t spoil it in your time. We will not allow you to cross that line,” he warned.The Director-General also challenged corps members to become agents of positive change rather than critics of the system.“You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. He stressed that the credibility the NYSC has built over the years is rooted in its political neutrality and cautioned corps members against any action capable of portraying the scheme as aligned with any political party.“And since 1999, we have continued to strengthen our democratic process season after season. We are going into another electioneering season, and campaigns will soon begin. Don’t go to campaign grounds as a corps member,” he said.The NYSC boss specifically warned corps members against wearing the scheme’s uniform or insignia at political gatherings, noting that even unintended appearances at campaign events could create damaging public perceptions.“If I grab you with this face cap, this crested vest, this white-on-white and this khaki at a campaign ground and they capture you, the headline will be: ‘NYSC aligns with XYZ party.’ Your explanation will not be satisfactory. NYSC is apolitical. We do not align with any political party,” he said.Nafiu noted that Nigerians and the international community have continued to trust corps members with critical election responsibilities because of their neutrality.“The country has known us for that for the past 53 years. Nigerians and the international community are comfortable seeing us serve as INEC ad hoc staff election after election because they trust us. Don’t spoil it in your time. We will not allow you to cross that line,” he warned.The Director-General also challenged corps members to become agents of positive change rather than critics of the system.“You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. “And since 1999, we have continued to strengthen our democratic process season after season. We are going into another electioneering season, and campaigns will soon begin. Don’t go to campaign grounds as a corps member,” he said.The NYSC boss specifically warned corps members against wearing the scheme’s uniform or insignia at political gatherings, noting that even unintended appearances at campaign events could create damaging public perceptions.“If I grab you with this face cap, this crested vest, this white-on-white and this khaki at a campaign ground and they capture you, the headline will be: ‘NYSC aligns with XYZ party.’ Your explanation will not be satisfactory. NYSC is apolitical. We do not align with any political party,” he said.Nafiu noted that Nigerians and the international community have continued to trust corps members with critical election responsibilities because of their neutrality.“The country has known us for that for the past 53 years. Nigerians and the international community are comfortable seeing us serve as INEC ad hoc staff election after election because they trust us. Don’t spoil it in your time. We will not allow you to cross that line,” he warned.The Director-General also challenged corps members to become agents of positive change rather than critics of the system.“You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. The NYSC boss specifically warned corps members against wearing the scheme’s uniform or insignia at political gatherings, noting that even unintended appearances at campaign events could create damaging public perceptions.“If I grab you with this face cap, this crested vest, this white-on-white and this khaki at a campaign ground and they capture you, the headline will be: ‘NYSC aligns with XYZ party.’ Your explanation will not be satisfactory. NYSC is apolitical. We do not align with any political party,” he said.Nafiu noted that Nigerians and the international community have continued to trust corps members with critical election responsibilities because of their neutrality.“The country has known us for that for the past 53 years. Nigerians and the international community are comfortable seeing us serve as INEC ad hoc staff election after election because they trust us. Don’t spoil it in your time. We will not allow you to cross that line,” he warned.The Director-General also challenged corps members to become agents of positive change rather than critics of the system.“You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. “If I grab you with this face cap, this crested vest, this white-on-white and this khaki at a campaign ground and they capture you, the headline will be: ‘NYSC aligns with XYZ party.’ Your explanation will not be satisfactory. NYSC is apolitical. We do not align with any political party,” he said.Nafiu noted that Nigerians and the international community have continued to trust corps members with critical election responsibilities because of their neutrality.“The country has known us for that for the past 53 years. Nigerians and the international community are comfortable seeing us serve as INEC ad hoc staff election after election because they trust us. Don’t spoil it in your time. We will not allow you to cross that line,” he warned.The Director-General also challenged corps members to become agents of positive change rather than critics of the system.“You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. Nafiu noted that Nigerians and the international community have continued to trust corps members with critical election responsibilities because of their neutrality.“The country has known us for that for the past 53 years. Nigerians and the international community are comfortable seeing us serve as INEC ad hoc staff election after election because they trust us. Don’t spoil it in your time. We will not allow you to cross that line,” he warned.The Director-General also challenged corps members to become agents of positive change rather than critics of the system.“You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. “The country has known us for that for the past 53 years. Nigerians and the international community are comfortable seeing us serve as INEC ad hoc staff election after election because they trust us. Don’t spoil it in your time. We will not allow you to cross that line,” he warned.The Director-General also challenged corps members to become agents of positive change rather than critics of the system.“You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. The Director-General also challenged corps members to become agents of positive change rather than critics of the system.“You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. “You have a chance to make a difference. When you sit on the sidelines and criticise, you don’t know what is actually happening on the pitch. Always give people the benefit of the doubt. Believe in yourself and run your race,” he advised.Related NewsBaba-Ahmed disowns politician claiming PRP sold 69 forms to KwankwasoEkiti poll shows need for electoral reforms before 2027 — Group2027: Party chieftain threatens to sabotage APC election victoryHe further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. He further urged them to embrace hard work, cultivate meaningful relationships and reduce excessive use of social media.“This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. “This is not the time to be lazy. This is the time to work. Cut down on unnecessary use of social media. If you are doing business on social media, fine. Create good content, make friends and nurture friendships. Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve,” he said.In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. In a gesture that drew cheers from the corps members, Nafiu announced the donation of a cow to the camp community.“From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. “From the DG, you have a cow. Use it to make your pepper soup, your suya, or whatever you want to do with it,” he said.Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. Earlier, the Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Chinwe Nwachukwu, disclosed that 1,349 corps members, comprising 649 males and 700 females, had been registered for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation exercise in the state.According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. According to her, the corps members had adapted well to camp life, demonstrated discipline and actively participated in the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme and other camp activities.Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. Nwachukwu also highlighted security measures put in place at the camp, revealing that personnel of the Nigerian Air Force 109 Combat Reconnaissance Group had been providing aerial drone surveillance to enhance security around the facility.She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. She, however, lamented the challenges associated with the temporary nature of the orientation camp.“The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. “The temporary nature of the camp makes it very difficult to plan ahead. Facilities provided after every orientation exercise are often vandalised or become unusable due to overuse,” she said.The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp. The coordinator further identified erratic electricity supply, heavy dependence on generators and the absence of a multipurpose hall as major challenges confronting the camp.