New NYSC DG, Nafiu assumes office, reels out plans
Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu on Thursday officially assumed office as the 23rd Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
Speaking at the handover ceremony in Abuja, Nafiu promised to prioritize the welfare of corps members and staff.
He emphasized his commitment to transparent and effective leadership.
“The well-being of corps members will always be a top priority. We will work hard to ensure that their service is one of the most memorable experiences of their lives,” he said.
He pledged to enhance key aspects of the scheme, including the job-matching programme aimed at helping corps members secure employment in the private sector.
“It will also be aimed at incentivizing employers to retain a significant number of our corps members after their service year,” he added
