In accordance with the directives of the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters, Abuja, NYSC Osun has on Wednesday welcomed the first set of prospective corps members for the 2021 Batch C stream 1 orientation exercise.

The State Coordinator, Mrs Winifred Shokpeka, expressed her delight with the safe arrival of the prospective corps members, whilst giving glory to God for journey mercies granted them from far and near. She further expressed elation at being a part of the process of raising a generation of responsible youths.

She admonished the members to strictly adhere to the COVID-19 protocols of regular handwashing, social distancing and appropriate use of the nose mask. She also encouraged them to be vaccinated if they are yet to do so as this will safeguard them against the Delta variant of the corona virus. She urged the new members to be open-minded to learn new things and to ask questions when in doubt.

She enjoined them to imbibe discipline and security consciousness, perseverance and hardwork as it will be of tremendous help during and after the orientation exercise. She wished them a memorable orientation experience as they proceed with their registration.

The camp officials were not left out of the activities as they carried out their functions at their duty posts, ensuring a smooth start to camp life. The registration process started with the washing of hands at the entrance of the gate before proceeding to the security stand where screening for contraband is conducted, before they proceed to the disinfectant tunnel mounted at the entrance into the camp; after which they undergo the mandatory rapid diagnostic test and vital signs screening; documents verification; platoon registration and hostel allocations all followed in quick succession.