Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra state has praised positive contributions of corps members across communities in Anambra state.

Soludo made the commendation while hosting State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Mrs Pauline Ojisua, at the Government House, Awka.

He described corps members as a vital part of the State’s development efforts.

While sharing personal memories from his own service year in Oyo State between 1984 and 1985, the governor revealed how the scheme exposed him to new cultures and traditions.

“The NYSC helped me conquer culture shock. It was in Ife that I first tasted amala, ewedu and Ikokore. Those experiences shaped my outlook in many ways,” he said.

The governor assured that his administration would continue to work closely with NYSC to ensure the welfare, security and productivity of corps members in the state.

Ojisua, while presenting key operational needs of the scheme in the State, called for government intervention in critical areas to improve the living and working conditions of corps members.

The welfare and security of corps members topped discussions at the meeting.