Cross River Relocates NYSC Orientation Camp To University Of Education Akamkpa

Barely one  day after authority of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) announced the shutdown of further activities at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Obubra Local Government Area of Cross River State over dilapidated infrastructure, the state government has announced the relocation of the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp from Obubra to the University of Education and Entrepreneurship, Akamkpa.

“The Obubra camp, which has served the NYSC Scheme over the years, has become overstretched and requires urgent intervention to meet modern standards and to provide a more conducive, safe and befitting environment for Corps Members,” the government stated.

The statement emphasised that the camp will return to Obubra upon completion of the renovation works, stressing that the move is strictly temporary.

“The University of Education and Entrepreneurship, Akamkpa, has been assessed and found to have adequate facilities, including hostels, water, electricity, parade ground and security architecture, to host a hitch-free orientation exercise,” it added.

“We appeal to all stakeholders to give this initiative the understanding and support it deserves, as Government continues to invest in infrastructure that enhances youth development and national service,” SSG’s statement maintained.