NYSC Member's Exceptional Marching Skills Capture National Attention
A National Youth Service Corps member has become an internet sensation after displaying remarkable marching skills during his orientation camp in Ondo State. The young man, who served as parade commander during the swearing-in ceremony, shared a video of his performance that quickly went viral across social media platforms.
Emotional Dedication to Late Brother
In his TikTok post under the username @distinguishedking001, the corps member revealed that he dedicated all his NYSC parade performances to his late brother, Seaman Sammy JONAH, who tragically passed away in a motor accident a few months earlier. He wrote emotionally: "NYSC swearing in and oath taking ceremony was a success. Now I dedicate all my Nysc parade to my brother late Seaman Sammy JONAH who went to be with the Lord a few months ago after being involved in a ghastly motor accident. your memories are ever fresh dear brother ❤️ remain in your honour till we meet to part no more."
Social Media Erupts with Mixed Reactions
The video sparked widespread reactions from social media users, with many praising his precision and dedication while others offered humorous commentary. Several users suggested the military should recruit him immediately given his obvious talent.
Notable reactions included:
- @CHIZIMUZO: "Kai this man deserve to be promoted in rank and sent straight to the north to stay in front line against the bandits."
- @V: "Na from here Army general suppose con pack una go army barracks ooo… e be like una go fit do the work well."
- @NE-NE: "That's the standard bruh. All of you are joining army soon."
- @SonOfGrace_: "After this parade him go realize say him still be civilian."
- @Shuga_winnie: "This one don chop sour bean wey dem give am for kitchen come Dey misbehave."
Some comments focused on practical concerns about the NYSC program, with @Magnificent Hussle noting: "If you like serve Nigeria with all your strength work no dey o," while @Gram questioned: "Nah wetin una dey go through because of 77k be this?"
Broader NYSC Context
The viral marching video comes amid other notable NYSC-related stories circulating online. Recently, another corps member shared her experience finding a child abandoned at her Place of Primary Assignment after school hours. The incident highlighted the challenges many corps members face while serving in various communities across Nigeria.
The exceptional marching demonstration has not only showcased individual talent but also brought attention to the discipline and training involved in the NYSC orientation program. While reactions varied from admiration to humor, the video successfully captured the diverse experiences of Nigerian youth during their national service year.
