NYSC DG tasks states Govt on equipping camps with facilities

By Matthew Denis

The Director General of National Youth Service Corps, Bridger General YD Ahmed has called on state governments to equipped the various orientation camps with facilities to ensure smooth running and security of Corp members.

He made expression over the collapsed of convenience that occurred in the early hours of today, Friday 12th July, 2024, at Ekiti State Orientation Camp in Ise-Orun, Emure Ekiti.

The DG said ” I want to use this opportunity to call on the state Government to urgently equip the Camp with sustainable facilities that will not endanger the lives of the Camp community.”

According to him the primary function of various State Governments to build and maintain facilities in the Orientation Camps as contained in the NYSC Act.

However, the NYSC Management wish inform the general public that the situation is under control with the collaboration of the entire camp officials that served as first responders to the two injured Corps Members from the incident were effectively coordinated by the State Coordinator.

Meanwhile, those injured are very stable and receiving medical attention at a tertiary health facility in the State.

Parents and guardians are hereby enjoined to remain calm as Management is committed to ensuring the safety of all Corps Members including Camp Officials in all NYSC Orientation Camps across the country.