Members of the National Youth Service Corps are not new to the election process, as the federal government always makes use of them in every election.
Brigadier General YD Ahmed, the NYSC Director General has warned youth coppers not to accept bribes either financial or material, while carrying out their duties in Saturday’s elections.
General YD Ahmed, gave this warning while addressing the Corp members during sensitization in Abuja on Friday, which was also held in other states.
He urged them to be good ambassadors of the country, their families, and the state. He also advised them not to enter any vehicle that is not provided by INEC and must be fair in any Assignment given to them. He also advised them to on their NYSC kit for recognition which must also be with their identification cards.
Speaking about their safety, they were advised not to walk alone as they should always walk in groups and ensure to use the NYSC distress call number in any case of emergency.
They were also warned, to be neutral and not to participate in any political arguments or granting interviews.
Never accept to board any vehicle that is not provided by INEC. You must be neutral and be just in whatever assignment is given to you. You must be in your NYSC uniform with identification cards. Remember that you are not immune to any wrongdoing.
“Ensure that you don’t move alone in order not to endanger yourself, maintain personal security, and use the NYSC Distress Call number in case of any emergency”, the DG said.
“Ahmed also advised the corps members to avoid any political arguments or granting press interviews.
