Corps member donates 100 hand-powered tricycles to people with disabilities in Kaduna
A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Fuki Solomon Benjamin, has donated 100 hand-powered tricycles to people living with disabilities in Kaduna.
Benjamin who is doing his national service at the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), made the presentation on Tuesday as part of his community service project.
The corps member said that the hand-powered tricycles were put together in conjunction with Beautiful Gate Handicapped People’s Centre in Jos.
In his remarks, the Director General of DICON, Major General AE Edet, commended the corps member’s laudable initiative which will have long term impact on the lives of the beneficiaries.
Edet, who was represented by the Director Human Resources Management, Miss Mercy Phillips, said DICON would continue to create condusive atmosphere for corps members to explore their potentials through projects that have direct impact on their host communities.
The director general enjoined other corps members to emulate Benjamin’s stride and also contribute to the betterment of the society.
Earlier in his remarks, Kaduna State NYSC Coordinator, Mr Hassan Taurean expressed gratitude to the sponsors and stakeholders who contributed to the realisation of the project.
The State coordinator, represented by Assistant Director Community Development, Mr Samaila Haruna, said history would forever remember Corps Member Solomon Benjamin for his excellent show of dedication, empathy and humanitarianism.
He explained that community development projects are cardinal to the NYSC scheme, and encouraged all corps members to leave lasting positive impressions in the places they serve.
Taurean added that community development projects foster a sense of shared identity and purpose among the people of Nigeria.
Highlights of the event included the presentation of the hand-powered tricycles, health tips for people living with disabilities, and a vote of thanks on behalf of the beneficiaries.
