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In a bid to promote integrity and awareness about the dangers of corruption, the Anti-Corruption Group (ACG) Osogbo, in collaboration with Olorunda Local Government, hosted an essay competition on the topic “The Impact of Corruption in Nation Building.”

The event brought together students from various schools across Osogbo and Olorunda local government areas.The competition, held on Thursday, 9th January 2025, at the Olorunda Local Government Secretariat, saw impressive participation from young minds eager to tackle one of Nigeria’s most pressing challenges.

In a rewarding ceremony held on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at the Osogbo Local Government Secretariat, the winners were celebrated for their exceptional essays. Oluwole Abdulqudus from Government Technical College emerged as the overall winner, clinching the ₦30,000 cash prize.The second-place prize of ₦15,000 was given to two participants who tied for the position: Adekahunji Samson Temidayo of L.A. Adenije Grammar School and Uthman Habeebah of Christ Grammar School.

Speaking at the event, “the President of the Osogbo Anti-Corruption CDS Group, Olaniyi Oluwaseyi Solomon, commended the students for their insightful submissions. “This competition is not just about winning cash prizes; it’s about creating a generation of young Nigerians who understand the dangers of corruption and the importance of integrity in nation-building,” he said.The event was well-attended by NYSC local government officials, educators, and Corps members, all of whom praised the initiative for fostering a culture of accountability and encouraging youths to be active participants in the fight against corruption.

The organizers seek sponsorship to sustain the competition annually, hoping it would inspire more young people to join the fight against corruption and advocate for transparency in all aspects of governance.

Sensitization Rally on Corruption by NYSC Anti-Corruption CDS Group in Osogbo, Osun State

On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, the Anti-Corruption Community Development Service (CDS) group of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Osogbo Local Government Area embarked on a sensitization rally to raise awareness about corruption and its detrimental impact on national development. The event, which began at 9:30 am, took place at the Old Garage and Orisumbare Market in Osogbo, Osun State.

The rally commenced at the Total Filling Station, Old Garage, where the corps members engaged commercial drivers in an enlightening discussion about the pervasive nature of corruption and its adverse effects on the country. The corps members urged the drivers to uphold their civic responsibilities by avoiding any acts of corruption, such as paying bribes to law enforcement officers. They also encouraged them to report any instances of corruption to the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) or other anti-graft agencies to help tackle the menace in society.

From the Old Garage, the sensitization campaign extended to Orisumbare Market, reaching various corners of the bustling market. During the interactions, some market women expressed their opinion that the fight against corruption should focus more on government officials rather than ordinary citizens like them. Addressing this concern, one of the corps members explained that while corruption at the government level is well recognized, the campaign is aimed at all levels of society. The corps member emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in curbing corruption, highlighting that every citizen has a role to play in creating a better and corruption-free society.

The corps members expressed hope that the awareness created during the event would inspire individuals to take a stand against corruption and contribute to nation-building.