Tragedy as Corps Member Slumps, Dies in Kebbi, Details Emerge
- An NYSC corps member, Tayachibiyacha Ebal, has reportedly slumped and died at the orientation camp in Kebbi state
- Ebal was immediately rushed to the camp clinic for medical attention but was later transferred to the Federal Medical Centre in Birnin Kebbi, where she gave up the ghost
- Alhaji Muhammad Fingila, the Kebbi state commissioner for youths and sport, confirmed the incident and described it as unfortunate
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A tragic incident occurred at the Dakin Gari National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Kebbi state, where a youth corps member, Tayachibiyacha Ebal, suddenly slumped and died.
According to reports, Ebal was immediately rushed to the camp clinic for medical attention but was later transferred to the Federal Medical Centre in Birnin Kebbi for advanced treatment. Despite medical professionals' efforts to revive her, Ebal unfortunately gave up the ghost.
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Channels TV reported that the commissioner for youth and sports in Kebbi state, Alhaji Muhammad Fingila, confirmed the incident and described it as unfortunate.
The commissioner also sent a condolence message to the grieving family on behalf of the Kebbi government.
NYSC member's corpse sent to parents
Ebal's remains have been sent to her home state of Adamawa. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of corps members during their orientation period. NYSC has not yet released an official statement on the matter, as efforts to reach the spokesperson, Mrs. Hadiza, were unsuccessful.
The incident highlights the critical need to prioritise the health and safety of corps members during their service years. The NYSC and state governments must collaborate to provide adequate medical facilities and robust emergency response systems to prevent such occurrences in the future.
NYSC raises alarm on fake recruitment
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the NYSC denied claims of conducting a recruitment exercise, as circulated on some unauthorised websites.
In a tweet, the NYSC advised the public to always visit its official website for any information, programmes, or third parties.
The NYSC also listed two websites engaging in fraudulent recruitment activities and urged the public to visit its website and social media platforms for updates.
Proofreading by James, Ojo Adakole, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.
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