By David Owei,Bayelsa <\/p>\n
A Corps members, Corps member Brown Ofeome Ebubechukwu (BY\/24B\/2451), has renovated a four class room block and staff office at Community Primary School Swali in Yenagoa Local Government area of Bayelsa State.<\/p>\n
According to the Corps members, the project initially began as a campaign against cultism in select primary and secondary schools.<\/p>\n
He said “However, upon encountering the poor state of learning environments, I was inspired to take on a more tangible intervention\u2014renovating the classroom block of the school.”<\/p>\n
” In addition to the infrastructural work, I also organized medical outreach for NYSC officials, distributed exercise books to 200 pupils, and empowered local women through vocational trainings”.<\/p>\n
He expressed gratitude to all supporters, individuals and organizations, who contributed in cash, kind, and presence.<\/p>\n
The State Coordinator of the NYSC, Mrs Okpalifo Obiageli Charity, described it as a perfect example of Community Development Service ( CDS) project.<\/p>\n
Mrs Okpalifo Charity, after commissioning the project, stated that the NYSC always encourages corps members to leave lasting legacies in their host communities. <\/p>\n
She emphasized that although many corps members are willing to make impact, lack of funding often poses a barrier. <\/p>\n
She praised Brown\u2019s resourcefulness and called on all stakes holders to begin supporting youth-led community projects. <\/p>\n
The State Coordinator also charged the Swali community to safeguard the project, promote a culture of maintenance, and inspire further development through local leadership. <\/p>\n
She prayed for Brown\u2019s continued success and urged other corps members to find inspiration in his example.<\/p>\n
Also speaking, the Head of Community Development Service Branch, Mrs Kosy Ifekudu, who gave a background on the project\u2019s conception, noted that it was borne out of Corps Member Brown\u2019s passion for community impact and lauded the vision behind the initiative. <\/p>\n
According to her, \u201cthis project is not just a structure, but a statement of purpose.\u201d <\/p>\n
The Community Development Chairman of Swali community , Hon. James Isaiah Gbenizibe described the project as unprecedented and expressed deep appreciation with a promise that the community would ensure the security and maintenance of the facility.<\/p>\n
In his comment, the Executive Assistant (EA) to the Governor on NYSC Matters, Dr. Wisdom Poyeri on behalf of the state government commended the corps members for such a land mark project. <\/p>\n
He described him as \u201can uncommon citizen\u201d whose thoughtful and empathetic project reflects the leadership potential in Nigeria\u2019s youth.”<\/p>\n
The EA also encouraged other corps members to emulate the selfless example, emphasizing that society calls upon young people to fill existing gaps with bold solutions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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