The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has called on corps employers across the country to prioritise mentorship for corps members serving in their organisations, noting that such guidance is vital for shaping responsible future leaders.
He made the call while hosting the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, and his delegation at the NYSC headquarters in Abuja.
The visit coincided with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between both agencies aimed at promoting financial literacy among corps members nationwide.
General Nafiu commended the leadership of the SEC Director-General, stating that recent initiatives have contributed to strengthening Nigeria’s capital market and boosting public confidence in the system.
He expressed the scheme’s readiness to collaborate with SEC, adding that the partnership would benefit corps members, the NYSC, and the wider public. He stressed that proper mentorship by employers would significantly influence the future of corps members and the nation at large.
According to him, corps members are resilient and committed young Nigerians who require guidance and support, noting that positive engagement with them would yield long-term benefits for society.
In his remarks, Dr. Agama lauded the role of NYSC in promoting national unity, integration, and socio-economic development, describing the scheme’s nationwide presence as unmatched by any other agency.
He emphasised the importance of exposing corps members to financial education and independence, noting that they can serve as effective channels for spreading financial literacy at the grassroots while preparing for leadership roles in the future.
