Hostel Wall Collapse at NYSC Camp in Ekiti Injures Corps Members
An unspecified number of corps members were injured after a hostel wall collapsed at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Ise-Emure,Ekiti State. In response to the unfortunate incident, the management of the NYSC has urged for calm, assuring that the situation is being handled.
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An unspecified number of corps members were injured after a hostel wall collapsed at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Ise-Emure,Ekiti State.
The incident occurred on Friday morning when corps members were preparing to bathe.The bathroom wall of a female hostel reportedly caved in,causing injuries to those nearby.
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The victims, who are currently participating in the three-week compulsory orientation for the one-year national youth service, were promptly rushed to the camp clinic for medical treatment. Authorities are closely monitoring their condition and providing necessary care.
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In response to the unfortunate incident, the management of the NYSC has urged for calm, assuring that the situation is being handled. Taking to their official social media handle on X.com @officialnyscng, the NYSC management issued a statement on Friday, stating, “Management wishes to inform the general public about the collapsed convenience that occurred in the early hours of today, Friday 12th July 2024, at Ekiti State Orientation Camp in Ise-Orun, Emure Ekiti, that the situation is under control.”