By Admin
Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, has approved the automatic employment of two medical doctors who successfully completed their National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme in the state.
The beneficiaries, Dr. Prince Chinonyerem (State Code: CR/25B/0158) and Dr. Kingsley Udochukwu (State Code: CR/25B/0233), served at the General Hospital, Calabar, where they distinguished themselves through their dedication and outstanding service during their one-year national assignment.
The announcement was made on behalf of the Governor by the Cross River State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe, during the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream I Passing-Out Parade held at the Calabar Municipal Council Hall.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Egbe said Governor Otu was pleased with the doctors’ selfless commitment to improving healthcare delivery in the state and approved their immediate employment in recognition of their exemplary service.
Responding to the gesture, the NYSC State Coordinator in Cross River State, Mrs. Joke Oyenuga, who represented the Director-General of the Scheme, commended the state government for rewarding excellence and supporting young professionals.
She urged the outgoing corps members to remain worthy ambassadors of the NYSC by applying the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during their service year. Mrs. Oyenuga also encouraged them to embrace entrepreneurship and innovation, leveraging their acquired skills to create employment opportunities for themselves and others.
The ceremony also featured the presentation of commendation letters to corps members who excelled in various aspects of community service. Several of the outgoing corps members expressed gratitude for the opportunities and memorable experiences they gained during their service year in Cross River State.
