NYSC urges corps members to embrace and celebrate Nigeria’s cultural diversity
The National Youth Service Corps has encouraged young people to recognise the value of Nigeria’s cultural diversity and use it as a foundation for unity and development. Pauline Ojisua, the Anambra State Coordinator of NYSC, made this call during the 2026 Batch A Stream I cultural carnival at the Nnamdi Azikiwe NYSC Unity Permanent Orientation Camp. The event showcased traditional attire, dances, and cuisines from various tribes, aiming to foster national integration. Other officials, including Ben Obi, Patrick Aghamba, and Ifeatu Emordi, also highlighted the importance of cultural understanding and youth empowerment.
What we know
- Pauline Ojisua urged youths to harness cultural diversity as a bridge to unity, peace, and sustainable development during the 2026 Batch A Stream I cultural carnival.
- The carnival featured corps members displaying traditional attire, dances, and cuisines from different tribes, with 10 platoons representing various Nigerian cultures.
- Ben Obi emphasised that the NYSC carnival celebrates unity in diversity and encourages corps members to build friendships across tribal and regional lines.
- Patrick Aghamba and Ifeatu Emordi commended the NYSC and the Anambra State Government for their roles in youth development and promoting national unity.
- The event aimed to provide a platform for corps members to reconnect with their roots and strengthen the spirit of national unity while serving in the state.
