Aiyedatiwa offers automatic jobs to seven outstanding corps members

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has recognized and rewarded outstanding members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) by offering automatic employment to seven individuals. This gesture highlights the state's commitment to acknowledging and retaining exceptional talent within its borders.

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The gesture was part of his administration’s commitment to promoting excellence and retaining exceptional talents in Ondo State, stressing that sustained investment in human capital development remained the foundation of the state’s long-term growth.

During a ceremony at the Cocoa Conference Centre in Akure, the governor presented awards to 66 recipients, including exceptional students, dedicated teachers, and national awardees. In addition to automatic employment for the seven corps members, each of the 66 awardees received N1 million as a mark of honor and appreciation for their hard work and commitment.

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This event is a celebration of excellence and a reminder that the quality of a society’s human capital remained its greatest asset. The awardees have brought honour to Ondo State through their academic achievements, innovation, discipline and commitment to excellence.

Governor Aiyedatiwa stated that this initiative is part of his administration's broader strategy to foster excellence and ensure sustained investment in human capital development, which he described as the bedrock of the state's long-term growth. He emphasized that the event celebrated excellence and served as a reminder that human capital is a society's greatest asset.

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You have not only excelled in your various endeavors; you have become worthy ambassadors of the Sunshine State and shining examples for generations yet unborn.

The governor paid tribute to teachers, calling them the "architects of human capital" and the "silent heroes" behind every success story. He underscored the critical role of committed teachers in shaping character, imparting knowledge, and inspiring dreams, stating that nations are built in classrooms. The Commissioner for Education, Prof. Igbekele Ajibefun, added that the recognition program is designed to encourage excellence and inspire students and teachers statewide, with education remaining a top priority for the Aiyedatiwa administration.

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Countries are not built by chance; they are built in classrooms by committed teachers who mould character, impart knowledge and inspire dreams.