The National Youth Service Corps has cautioned corps members serving across the country against taking the law into their own hands during and after their service year.

NYSC Bauchi State Coordinator, Umoren Kufre, issued the warning on Friday during the swearing-in ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘C’ Stream I corps members at the permanent orientation camp in Wailo, Ganjuwa Local Government Area of the state.

Kufre urged the new corps members to strictly comply with all NYSC rules and regulations, advising them to use the appropriate communication channels to express grievances rather than resorting to self-help.

He said, “I urge you to obey all the rules and regulations governing the NYSC. In case you notice any irregularity, do not take the law into your hands. Always ensure that you follow the proper channel of communication to express your grievances.

“Let me assure you again that management will ensure that the basic amenities you need in the camp are provided for you. Your safety and comfort remain our utmost priority.”

The coordinator revealed that 2,050 corps members had been deployed to the state for the mandatory one-year national service, adding that the orientation course had so far been peaceful, with participants fully engaging in all camp activities.

Kufre commended Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed for his sustained support of the scheme, including the renovation of corps members’ hostels and the construction of a new multipurpose hall at the camp.

He, however, appealed to the governor to assist in reconstructing a section of the camp’s perimeter fence that collapsed about a year ago.

Declaring the camp open, Governor Mohammed urged corps members to take the lead in advocating for national development and transformation.

Represented by the State Head of Service, Mohammed Umar, the governor encouraged them to take their responsibilities seriously and work toward achieving the NYSC’s goals of unity and national integration.

Meanwhile, while administering the oath of allegiance, the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Rabi Umar — represented by the Deputy Registrar, High Court of Justice, Abdullahi Yau — charged the corps members to uphold law and order throughout the orientation course.