Corps members bag Rivers Gov’s NYSC Honours Award for remarkable service in Port Harcourt

No fewer than seven outstanding corps members have received the Rivers State Governor’s NYSC Honours Award in recognition of their remarkable service during the 2018 Batch C National Youth Service Corps programme.

In a statement issued after the ceremony held in Port Harcourt on June 12, 2019, the Rivers State Government said the award was designed to celebrate young Nigerians whose initiatives made tangible impacts across communities in the state.

Among the honourees were Chinedu Okafor, Aisha Bello, Emeka Nwosu, Fatima Abdullahi, Odafe Arugba, Tunde Adeyemi, and Blessing Nwankwo, all of whom distinguished themselves through projects spanning health, education, agriculture, technology, environmental sustainability, and youth development.

Chinedu Okafor earned recognition for spearheading community health outreach programmes that improved access to basic healthcare services, particularly in underserved areas.

Aisha Bello was honoured for her work in empowering rural women through literacy initiatives, helping to bridge the education gap and promote economic inclusion at the grassroots level.

Emeka Nwosu received accolades for advancing agricultural development through youth-focused farming programmes, while Fatima Abdullahi was celebrated for her contributions to educational support and the improvement of school infrastructure.

Odafe Arugba’s ICT-driven interventions, which promoted digital inclusion and literacy among underserved populations, also stood out, earning him a place among the award recipients.

Similarly, Tunde Adeyemi was recognised for leading environmental sanitation campaigns aimed at improving public health and community hygiene, while Blessing Nwankwo was honoured for her commitment to youth mentorship and community engagement initiatives.

Speaking at the event, Nyesom Wike commended the awardees for their dedication to national service, noting that their efforts reflect the critical role young professionals play in driving grassroots development.

He stressed that the NYSC scheme remains a vital platform for nation-building, urging corps members across the country to embrace service with a sense of purpose and responsibility.

The Governor’s NYSC Honours Award, according to the statement, continues to spotlight corps members whose projects contribute meaningfully to community development, social impact, and socio-economic growth during their service year.