The new state coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, Kayode Peters, has assumed duty following the completion of the tenure of Odoba Abel as coordinator in Oyo State.

Mr Odoba, in a statement on Tuesday in Ibadan acknowledged the support of Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration and other stakeholders who contributed to the success of the scheme in the state.

He expressed gratitude to the management of NYSC for the opportunity given to him to serve as the 21st Chief Executive Officer of NYSC in the state.

Mr Odoba urged members of staff to continue to live in peace and harmony with one another, give their best and do away with anything that would bring the scheme into disrepute.

He also urged the NYSC staff members to extend maximum support and cooperation to the new coordinator, saying he needed more support for him to build and surpass the good work his tenure started.

Also, the new state coordinator appreciated the NYSC management under the leadership of Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, for finding him worthy of the appointment.

He congratulated the outgoing coordinator for his successful tenure and commended him for putting NYSC Oyo State at the forefront.

The new state coordinator promised to continue the good work of his predecessor, assuring the members of staff that he would carry them along in the running of the affairs of the scheme.

 Mr Peters promised to run an open-door policy, saying that his administration would welcome suggestions, inputs and advice on the best ways to handle the affairs of the office.

He equally solicited maximum cooperation and support from every member of staff, saying that his success would be a collective one.

 The coordinator appealed to them to be diligent in their duties, guard their job jealously and respect one another.

(NAN)