Enugu Governor Peter Mbah Urges Youth to Build Nation, Calls Migration a Choice
Governor Peter Mbah addressed 2026 NYSC Batch C members in Awgu, urging youth to build a nation that earns patriotism.
In Brief
- •Governor Peter Mbah addressed 2026 NYSC Batch C members in Awgu, urging youth to build a nation that earns patriotism.
- •He stressed creating education, skills, jobs, enterprise and institutions to turn Nigeria’s youth into a demographic dividend.
- •NYSC State Coordinator reported 2,101 corps members registered for Batch C, with 983 males and 1,118 females.
- •Mbah assured welfare, safety and support for NYSC members in Enugu State.
- •He highlighted Enugu’s inclusive history, noting the first mayor in 1952.
Why It Matters
The speech underscores the importance of engaging Nigeria’s large youth population in nation‑building, aiming to reduce the push factors that drive emigration. By linking patriotism to tangible opportunities—education, skills, jobs and supportive institutions—state leaders seek to transform the demographic dividend into economic growth and social cohesion.
Key Details
- Total NYSC Batch C members
- 2,101
- Male members
- 983
- Female members
- 1,118
- Speech date
- 2026-10-02
- Location of ceremony
- Awgu, Enugu State
Context & Background
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is a federal program that deploys Nigerian graduates to serve in various states, fostering national integration and development. Enugu State, with a history of inclusive governance, has hosted NYSC batches since the program’s inception.
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