NYSC Director-General Praises UEE Facilities, Says Camp Surpasses Many Permanent Orientation Camps in Nigeria

The University of Education and Entrepreneurship (UEE), Akamkpa, Cross River State, has received commendation from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) following an inspection of its facilities ahead of hosting the 2026 Batch C Orientation Course.

The NYSC Director-General, represented during the inspection by the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics (PRS), Alhaji Mahmoud Daura, expressed satisfaction with the university’s level of preparation and the facilities provided for the orientation exercise.

Speaking after inspecting the facilities and ongoing preparations, Daura conveyed the Director-General’s approval for UEE to host the Batch C Orientation Course. He described the university’s facilities and level of preparedness as impressive and encouraging.

According to the Director-General, the work carried out at UEE has transformed the institution into a facility capable of successfully hosting the orientation programme.

He stated that the UEE camp was better than many permanent NYSC orientation camps across Nigeria, describing the achievement as remarkable, particularly given the short period within which the preparations had been completed.

The Director-General specifically commended the Governor of Cross River State, Prince Bassey Edet Otu, for his prompt intervention and commitment to ensuring that the state was adequately prepared to host the 2026 Batch C corps members.

He also praised the Vice-Chancellor of UEE, Professor Patrick Asuquo, and the university’s management team for their dedication, commitment and determination to provide the facilities required for the successful conduct of the orientation exercise.

He noted that the level of development witnessed at the university reflected the values associated with Cross River State, including peace, hospitality, orderliness and excellence.

Earlier, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Patrick Asuquo, welcomed the NYSC delegation to the university and expressed appreciation to the scheme’s leadership for sustaining the vision and ideals upon which the organisation was established.

Professor Asuquo described the NYSC as one of Nigeria’s most enduring national institutions, highlighting its contributions to national integration, youth development and the promotion of unity among Nigerians.

He explained that the decision to host the 2026 Batch C Orientation Course at UEE went beyond providing accommodation and other facilities. According to him, the university’s participation was also an opportunity to support the ideals of a national programme that brings young Nigerians from different parts of the country together.

The Vice-Chancellor disclosed that the university’s preparations received substantial financial and moral support from Governor Otu, whom he said had demonstrated a strong commitment to promoting the ideals and objectives of the NYSC scheme.

He added that the governor’s prompt response to the challenges surrounding the hosting of the orientation exercise demonstrated his determination to ensure that Cross River State continued to contribute to the development of Nigerian youths.

Professor Asuquo described the governor’s intervention as an example of responsive leadership and a demonstration of his commitment to maintaining Cross River State’s reputation as a preferred destination for national and international engagements.

He further noted that Cross River State had, over the years, established itself as a major hospitality destination, known for its peace, security, warmth and friendliness.

According to him, preparing UEE to host the NYSC orientation exercise aligns with the state’s longstanding tradition of welcoming visitors and providing a conducive environment for national programmes.

The Vice-Chancellor expressed gratitude to the governor for entrusting the university with the responsibility and providing the necessary support to ensure its successful execution.

He also acknowledged the contributions of the university’s management, staff and other stakeholders who had worked tirelessly to prepare the institution for the arrival of the corps members.

Professor Asuquo said the university had approached the assignment with seriousness, recognising that hosting the NYSC Orientation Course offered an opportunity to showcase its facilities and demonstrate its capacity as a growing institution of higher learning.

During the inspection, the NYSC delegation was taken around the various facilities provided or upgraded for the exercise. These included accommodation, sanitation facilities, water supply, electricity, security arrangements and other essential infrastructure required for the smooth conduct of the orientation programme.

With the NYSC leadership expressing satisfaction with the preparations, the university declared its readiness to host the 2026 Batch C corps members.