Seven Cross River NYSC Ex Corps Members Receive 2025 Presidential Honours Award for Outstanding National Service

By Joseph Iyaji | Akahi News.

In a proud and historic moment for Cross River State, seven Ex National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members from the state have been honoured with the prestigious 2025 Presidential Honours Award for their exceptional contributions to community development across the country.
The award ceremony, held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, on Tuesday, 29th July 2025, recognised corps members who went beyond their primary assignments to execute impactful personal Community Development Service (CDS) projects in their places of primary assignment.
Among the awardees were seven remarkable sons and daughters of Cross River State, whose dedication, innovation, and humanitarian service distinguished them during their national service year.

List of 2025 Cross River State Presidential Awardees:
• Utsu Christopher Agiounim – From Obudu, served in Kwara State
• Ominyang Clement Ekunke – From Obudu, served in Plateau State
• Agom Johnson – From Ogoja, served in Ebonyi State
• Edet Favour Asuquo – From Odukpani, served in Katsina State
• Udama Freedom Ayuwafube – From Obanliku, served in Plateau State
• Ndem Nkanor Ndem – From Odukpani, served in Ondo State
• Bisong Miracle Kelechi – From Boki, served in Imo State
Profiles of Excellence and Service
1. Utsu Christopher Agiounim – Obudu, served in Kwara State
Christopher stood out for his multifaceted approach to community development in Kwara State. His service year saw the execution of highly impactful projects such as:

• Construction of a toilet facility to promote hygiene in underserved areas.
• Reconstruction of a community well to improve access to clean water.
• Led a vigorous Operation Zero Open Defecation (OZOD) sensitisation campaign.
• Trained and empowered 40 people in liquid soap production to enhance self-reliance.
• Distributed exercise books to 150 students and awarded scholarships to two primary school pupils, showing his deep commitment to education and youth development.
2. Ominyang Clement Ekunke – Obudu, served in Plateau State
Clement’s service in Plateau State was marked by his strong focus on renewable energy, skills training, and educational support. He:

• Installed solar streetlights in Government Secondary School, Shendam, improving night-time security and learning conditions.
• Trained 50 students in solar installation and 30 students in catering services, creating job-ready skills.
• Distributed books to 60 science students and taught solar and inverter troubleshooting, leaving a legacy of innovation and capacity-building.
3. Agom Johnson – Ogoja, served in Ebonyi State
A true advocate for education and agriculture, Johnson’s service in Ebonyi State led to:

• The construction of four new classroom blocks and the renovation of four existing ones, transforming the learning environment.
• Provision of books, whiteboards, and teaching materials for over 300 students.
• Drug abuse sensitisation campaigns to raise awareness among youth.
• Conducted research on soybean production in Afikpo and distributed seeds to farmers, boosting local agricultural development.
4. Edet Favour Asuquo – Odukpani, served in Katsina State
Edet’s service in Katsina State was both transformative and far-reaching, touching lives across education, health, and environmental sustainability. She:

• Donated 300 dozens of writing materials including books, pens, and pencils.
• Renovated four school toilets and provided six desks and chairs to improve learning conditions.
• Organised free extra-mural classes for over 80 students at Royal International School, Ingawa.
• Sensitised 800 pupils on hygiene and waste management, and donated 100 waste bins.
• Awarded scholarships to three pupils at Benta Maje and trained 180 community members on food preservation techniques.
5. Udama Freedom Ayuwafube – Obanliku, served in Plateau State
Udama’s contributions in Plateau State focused on basic infrastructure and financial empowerment. He:

• Repaired two faulty hand-pump boreholes, providing clean water to rural residents.
• Organised a financial literacy campaign, educating locals on budgeting, savings, and access to financial services—crucial tools for personal and economic growth.
6. Ndem Nkanor Ndem – Odukpani, served in Ondo State
Ndem’s service year was marked by a unique blend of health, education, and infrastructural interventions in Ondo State. His initiatives included:

• Health awareness campaigns on symptoms and prevention of viruses, especially emerging diseases.
• Reinstallation of desktop computer monitors at St. Patrick’s College, aiding ICT education.
• Repair of the school’s borehole, ensuring sustainable water supply.
• Provision of scholarships and educational support to indigent students, further strengthening his legacy of hope.
7. Bisong Miracle Kelechi – Boki, served in Imo State.

Bisong’s recognition came under the “Hope Alive” category—a powerful testament to courage and resilience.
During active service in Imo State, She was involved in a severe accident that resulted in a disability. Despite the physical and emotional toll, Bisong maintained a positive spirit and unwavering dedication to national service, symbolising the ultimate strength of character and sacrifice.

Celebrating Excellence and National Impact
The 2025 Presidential Honours Award is one of the highest recognitions bestowed upon NYSC members by the Nigerian government. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, while presenting the awards, lauded the recipients for their patriotism, selfless service, and transformative community projects.
Cross River State, with its deep reservoir of talented and service-driven youth, continues to set a national standard in the NYSC scheme. The NYSC State Coordinator praised the honourees, noting that their exceptional conduct and creativity have made Cross River proud.

Inspiring a New Generation of Leaders
These seven distinguished corps members have shown that real change can start with one idea, one initiative, and one year of selfless service. Their efforts will continue to inspire incoming corps members across Nigeria to serve with purpose, empathy, and dedication.
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