Insecurity Forces NYSC to Relocate Kwara Orientation Camp to Ilorin

Insecurity Forces NYSC to Relocate Kwara Orientation Camp to Ilorin

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

The Kwara State Coordinator of the NYSC, Onifade Olaoluwa Joshua, confirmed the development in Ilorin on Thursday. He explained that the state government gave approval after safety concerns were raised over the camp’s original location.

Joshua assured prospective corps members and their families that security would not be compromised. He said soldiers and other security personnel would be deployed to the temporary camp to provide round-the-clock protection. According to him, the scheme is “fully prepared to host the orientation course and safeguard the welfare of all participants.”

The relocation comes at a time when Kwara North has witnessed repeated bandit attacks. Communities in Edu and Patigi Local Government Areas have been hardest hit. In recent months, dozens of villagers have been killed or kidnapped, while many more have abandoned their homes in search of safety.

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In August, tension rose at the Yikpata camp after soldiers ordered corps members to remain indoors. The directive followed reports of suspicious movements near the site, sparking panic among participants and anxiety for their parents.

Under the new arrangement, corps members posted to Kwara are expected to report between September 24 and October 14. A delegation from the NYSC headquarters will also visit to inspect facilities at the Polytechnic ahead of the three-week orientation exercise.

Joshua thanked both the federal and state governments for their support during the transition. He appealed to parents to remain calm and trust that the NYSC is working to deliver a safe and successful program.

The decision to relocate highlights how worsening insecurity continues to disrupt social activities in parts of Nigeria. For the NYSC, however, the safety of corps members remains a priority, even if it means abandoning long-established camps.

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