The Delta State government has deeply expressed concern about the deplorable state of the internal roads at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) camp and how Corps members might perceive the state.
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the construction of 1.2 kilometres of roads with 2.4 kilometres of covered drainage.
Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, revealed this during an inspection of ongoing construction of internal roads and drainage works at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Issele-Uku, Aniocha North local government area.
He lamented that until now, the internal roads within the camp were practically non-existent. “That is the best way to describe it. If you are familiar with this area, you will see that the rainy season has begun, and everywhere is already muddy.
“The NYSC Orientation Camp, for some individuals, is their only encounter with Delta State. Some Corps members will attend camp, seek redeployment, and leave.
“The impression they leave with will be based solely on their experience at the Issele-Uku NYSC Orientation Camp, which becomes their lasting impression of Delta state.
“Governor Oborevwori understands this. But more importantly, he believes that the three weeks Corps members spend at the Delta state orientation camp should be memorable and hospitable. Only a leader with a human face to governance can truly appreciate that.
“He understands this because he knows that his children are also serving or have served in various parts of the country. He appreciates the importance of comfort within the precincts of the Orientation Camp.
“That is why he graciously approved the construction of all internal roads within the Orientation Camp, particularly in areas where Corps members are lodged, hold parades, and engage in leisure activities.
On his part, the contractor, Mr. Rony Karam, said the project is expected to be completed within two months, as most of the drainage work has already been done.
“As you can see, we are nearly done with the drainage. We will soon begin the earthworks, stone base, and asphalt laying. We expect to complete the project within two months,” he said
