Five Corps members received business grant from the Founder of Activate Success International Foundation, Mrs Love Idoko Uloko, at the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja.
Following the event, the Director General of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, has said his administration would continue to partner with stakeholders that are ready to empower Corps members towards self-employment.
He said that as stated in his five-point policy thrust, his administration would leave no stone unturned in reducing the number of unemployed graduate youths in the country.
The beneficiaries of the grant are; Enwemeka Blessing FC/24A/5897, Abdumalik Ibrahim FC/24A/6157, Akande Olaitan Sunday FC/24B/3856, Blessing Ijeoma Omachi FC/24B/5031 and Emmanuel Ali FC/24B/0603.
In a statement on Sunday in Abuja, the acting Director, Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu, explained that while the first three received N750000, the last two received N500000 each.
Their business ideas revolved around fashion, food and confectionaries, and horticulture among others.
In her address, Mrs Uloko said the beneficiaries were selected through a rigorous, transparent, and merit-based process, adding that they have demonstrated creativity, resilience, and a clear vision for the future with good potential.
“As of today, we have supported 53 Corps Members through this initiative. We are investing in dreams, nurturing potential, and sowing seeds of success that will flourish for years to come.
For over seven years, Activate Success International Foundation has partnered with the NYSC to bring transformative opportunities to Corps Members across the country to pursue their gifts, discover their talents, and build purposeful lives.
Through this programme, we are creating a ripple effect of growth and innovation by building a generation of self-reliant leaders who are equipped to contribute meaningfully to society,” she added.
She appreciated the NYSC Director General and his Management team for their unwavering partnership and dedication towards empowering Nigerian youths.
