The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Osun State, on Friday, conducted a formal handover ceremony at the State Secretariat, Osogbo, during which the outgoing State Coordinator, Mr Ndoma Agbor, formally handed over to Mr Kubiangha Ekeng Ita, the newly appointed 16th State Coordinator.

Mr Ita, who assumed duty the same day, is a graduate of Philosophy from the University of Calabar. He brings to Osun State a wealth of experience from previous postings in Kebbi State, Delta State, the South-South Area Office, and the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters, where he rose to the rank of Deputy Director in 2024.

Highlighting his professional background, Mr Ita has served in key NYSC portfolios including Corps Welfare and Inspection, Mobilisation, Community Development Service, Public Relations, SERVICOM, and Human Resource Management. At the national level, he supervised Staff Welfare, Industrial Relations, and Career Management Divisions. He also played a notable role in youth development and cultural promotion, leading the NYSC cultural troupe to represent Nigeria at the 19th World Youth Festival in Sochi, Russia, in 2017.

The ceremony was attended by top management staff, including Mrs Omoboade Adeshina (Assistant Director, Corps Inspection and Monitoring), Mrs Adenle Caroline (Assistant Director, Human Resource Management), Mr Otaru Rotimi (Assistant Director Corps Welfare and Health Services), Mrs Otunla Ronke (Assistant Director Corps Guidance and Counselling), Mrs Veronica Olawale (Assistant Director Corps Discipline and Reward), Mrs Kehinde Salawu ( Director Planning Research and Statistics), Mr Oyedokun Christopher (Assistant Director Community Development Service), among others.

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In his valedictory address, Agbor described his tenure as ‘fulfilling,’ attributing the achievements recorded to teamwork, collective responsibility, and dedication to the ideals of the Scheme. He urged Staff to sustain professionalism, integrity, and cooperation, while appealing for full support for the new coordinator to ensure the continued growth of the Scheme in Osun State.

Ita, in his acceptance speech, thanked God for his appointment and commended the outgoing administration for its contributions to the advancement of the NYSC in the State.

He charged officers to discharge their duties with diligence, honesty, and commitment, stressing that service in the Scheme should be rendered ‘as unto God.’

He described Osun State as a ‘torchbearer’ within the NYSC family, being the State of origin of the Director-General, and urged Staff to uphold the good reputation and testimonies associated with the State.

According to him, ‘honour is earned, not forced,’ as he encouraged Heads of Branches and Units to lead by example.

The new State Coordinator also called for integrity, accountability, and professionalism, warning against extortion and any conduct capable of tarnishing the image of the Scheme. He assured staff seeking conversion or career advancement of his support, while emphasising the importance of mentoring subordinates, delegating responsibilities, and working in synergy.

Following the handover, a general meeting was held with Staff of the State Secretariat, during which Agbor formally introduced Mr Ita to officers.

Ita, who presented Mr Christopher Oyedokun as the Camp Director for the 2026 Batch A Stream I Orientation, urged all officials to cooperate fully with the Camp Director to ensure a smooth and successful Orientation exercise.

Addressing Corps Members present at the meeting, Ita charged them to remain dedicated to their duties, stressing that ‘hard work pays’ and that posterity would judge their service to the nation.

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Earlier, Mrs Omoboade Adesina, in her welcome address, described the occasion as ‘a significant moment in the life of the Scheme, marking continuity in leadership and service.’ She expressed confidence that NYSC Osun State would attain even higher operational standards under Mr Ita’s leadership, owing to his wealth of experience.

The event concluded with votes of thanks from Mrs Adenle Caroline and Comrade Oloruntoba Rotimi, NYSC Osun AUPCTRE Chairman, who pledged the unflinching support and cooperation of staff for a successful tenure.