Gov Ododo Donates Bags of Rice to Corps Members, Upholds Welfare Promise at Kogi NYSC Camp »

The Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has fulfilled his pledge to prioritize the welfare of Corps members posted to the state, with the donation of bags of rice to support their feeding and that of officials at the ongoing National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Asaya.

This development follows a commitment made by the Governor during the swearing-in ceremony for the 2025 Batch A Stream I Corps members held recently at the Asaya orientation camp. Represented at the ceremony by the State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Honourable Monday Aridaojo Anyebe, Governor Ododo had assured the Corps members of the state government’s dedication to improving their welfare during and after the orientation exercise.

True to his word, the Governor’s intervention came in the form of several bags of rice delivered to the camp, a gesture warmly received by the NYSC management and Corps members alike.

Speaking to journalists in Lokoja on Saturday, Commissioner Anyebe confirmed the donation, noting that it reflects the Governor’s genuine concern for the well-being of youths serving in the state.

“The welfare of Corps members remains a top priority for the administration of Governor Ododo. This donation is part of the efforts to ensure that the orientation exercise runs smoothly and that Corps members are well catered for,” he stated.

The Commissioner commended the NYSC officials for their diligence and cooperation, assuring that more support would be extended to the scheme in Kogi State in due course.

Corps members at the camp expressed appreciation for the kind gesture, describing it as timely and motivating. They also lauded the state government for demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility and hospitality.