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The Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Anambra state, Mrs Pauline Ojisua, has called on corps members to use their knowledge of Nigeria’s diverse cultures to work towards Unity and development.
Ojisua made the call during the 2026 Batch ‘C’ Stream I Inter-platoon Cultural Carnival at the permanent orientation camp, Mbaukwu/Umuawulu Awka South Local Government Area.
The event featured cultural displays, kit up and other games.
Ojisua said Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and the diversity of over 250 ethnic groups, each with its unique languages, traditions, music, cuisine, fashion and values should make her stronger as one nation.
“This carnival should strengthen the spirit of unity and friendship among corps members and inspire you to contribute to a peaceful and prosperous Nigeria.
“Respect, understanding and acceptance are values we must learn and practise to build a united society, so I encourage all of you to celebrate your heritage with pride while embracing the cultures of others,” she said.
The state coordinator commended members of the 10 platoons and their coordinators for quick adaptation and brilliant display of the various culture areas assigned to them.
“Our diversity is not a weakness but a source of strength, it offers us an opportunity to promote mutual understanding, peaceful coexistence and national unity.
“Your performances reflect the core values of the NYSC Scheme, particularly national unity, patriotism, selfless service and respect for our differences,” she said.
Ojisua appreciated Governor Chukwuma Soludo and the traditional rulers of the two host communities, Mbaukwu and Umuawulu for the continued support for the scheme corps members.
In his speech, Mr Patrick-Agha Mba, the Commissioner for Youth Development and Sports said Anambra was blessed with a rich cultural heritage, deeply rooted traditions, entrepreneurial excellence, hospitality, and strong community values.
Mba was represented by Mr Ifeatu Emordi, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry.
He said culture could be identified by the traditional dances, masquerades, indigenous music, traditional attire, festivals, local delicacies, and the respect a people accord their elders and traditional institutions.
He said for Anambra, Ofala and the New Yam festival indigenous crafts, rich Igbo language and
were some of the cultural heritage that tell the story of history, resilience, thanksgiving, and communal unity
He said those values had contributed significantly to the economic and social development of our state and Nigeria at large.
“As we celebrate our different cultures, let us remember that our cultural diversity should unite us, not divide us.
“As young Nigerians, you have a responsibility not only to preserve our cultural heritage but also to promote the values of integrity, hard work, tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and national unity.
“Let us continue to celebrate our differences while working together towards a common future of peace, progress, and prosperity.
“Embrace the culture of your host communities, learn from their traditions, respect their values, and contribute positively to their development,” he said.
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