A Corps member, Brown Ofeome Ebubechukwu (BY/24B/2451), has renovated a four class room block and staff office at Community Primary School Swali in Yenagoa Local Government area of Bayelsa State.
According to the Corps members, the project initially began as a campaign against cultism in select primary and secondary schools.
He said “However, upon encountering the poor state of learning environments, I was inspired to take on a more tangible intervention—renovating the classroom block of the school.”
” In addition to the infrastructural work, I also organized medical outreach for NYSC officials, distributed exercise books to 200 pupils, and empowered local women through vocational trainings”.
He expressed gratitude to all supporters, individuals and organizations, who contributed in cash, kind, and presence.
The State Coordinator of the NYSC, Mrs Okpalifo Obiageli Charity, described it as a perfect example of Community Development Service ( CDS) project.
Mrs Okpalifo Charity, after commissioning the project, stated that the NYSC always encourages corps members to leave lasting legacies in their host communities.
She emphasized that although many corps members are willing to make impact, lack of funding often poses a barrier.
She praised Brown’s resourcefulness and called on all stakes holders to begin supporting youth-led community projects.
The State Coordinator also charged the Swali community to safeguard the project, promote a culture of maintenance, and inspire further development through local leadership.
She prayed for Brown’s continued success and urged other corps members to find inspiration in his example.
Also speaking, the Head of Community Development Service Branch, Mrs Kosy Ifekudu, who gave a background on the project’s conception, noted that it was borne out of Corps Member Brown’s passion for community impact and lauded the vision behind the initiative.
According to her, “this project is not just a structure, but a statement of purpose.”
The Community Development Chairman of Swali community , Hon. James Isaiah Gbenizibe described the project as unprecedented and expressed deep appreciation with a promise that the community would ensure the security and maintenance of the facility.
In his comment, the Executive Assistant (EA) to the Governor on NYSC Matters, Dr. Wisdom Poyeri on behalf of the state government commended the corps members for such a land mark project.
He described him as “an uncommon citizen” whose thoughtful and empathetic project reflects the leadership potential in Nigeria’s youth.”
The EA also encouraged other corps members to emulate the selfless example, emphasizing that society calls upon young people to fill existing gaps with bold solutions.
