NYSC: Situation Under Control After Collapse of Convenience at Ekiti Orientation Camp

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has confirmed that the situation is under control following the collapse of a convenience facility early Friday morning at the Ekiti State Orientation Camp in Ise-Orun, Emure Ekiti.

According to Eddy Megwa, NYSC’s Director of Information and Public Relations, the incident saw strong collaboration among camp officials, who acted as first responders to assist the two injured corps members.

The state coordinator effectively coordinated these efforts.

Brig Gen YD Ahmed, the Director General of NYSC, expressed shock over the incident and called on the state Government to promptly equip the camp with sustainable facilities. He emphasized that it is the responsibility of state governments, as stipulated in the NYSC Act, to construct and maintain facilities in the orientation camps.

In a statement, Megwa quoted the Director General as saying, “EKITI CAMP SITUATION UNDER CONTROL Management wishes to inform the general public about the collapsed convenience that occurred in the early hours of today, Friday, July 12, 2024, at Ekiti State Orientation Camp in Ise-Orun, Emure Ekiti, that the situation is under control.

“The strong 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.

“Responding to the incident, the Director General of NYSC, Brig Gen YD Ahmed expressed shock over the issue and used the 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.

“The Director General also stated that it is the primary function of various state governments to build and maintain facilities in the orientation camps as contained in the NYSC Act.

“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.”