NYSC temporarily relocates orientation camp to Kwara Polytechnic over insecurity

By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin –

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has relocated its orientation camp in Kwara State from Yikpata, Edu Local Government Area, to the Kwara State Polytechnic in Ilorin.

The State Coordinator, Mr. Onifade Olaoluwa Joshua, confirmed the relocation on Thursday, adding that it was approved by the state government following rising insecurity in the area.

He said the decision became necessary after security concerns were raised by what he described as “perpetrators and enemies of progress.”

“Soldiers and other security personnel will be deployed to guarantee the safety of corps members during the three-week exercise. We are fully prepared to host the orientation course, and the welfare of participants will be safeguarded,” he said.

The coordinator noted that corps members are expected to report between September 24 and October 14, adding that a delegation from the NYSC headquarters would inspect the temporary venue.

The change of location comes amid recent bandit attacks in Edu and Patigi Local Government Areas, where many residents have been killed, kidnapped, or displaced.

Kwara’s insecurity challenges had already unsettled corps members in August, when soldiers ordered them to remain indoors at the Yikpata camp during an investigation into suspicious movements around the site.

Onifade thanked both the federal and state governments for their support and urged parents to remain calm as the NYSC works to deliver a safe and successful orientation programme.