NYSC Raises Security Concerns About Shared Camp Access in Katsina

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has expressed security concerns about the lack of a separate entrance and clear demarcation between the Katsina State Government‑owned Youth Craft Village and its Orientation Camp.

Stating that the shared access violates the operational protocols set by the scheme’s national headquarters, the NYSC urged the state government to create an exclusive entrance and to clearly separate the two facilities.

During the swearing‑in ceremony for the 2026 Batch “B” Stream I corps members on Monday, the state NYSC Coordinator, Mr. Evans Okwor, said the new entrance would give the NYSC full control over camp access.

He added, “In view of the increasing scare of insecurity in the country, we appeal for the restructure of the orientation camp to create a separate entrance gate for the NYSC to access the camp.”

“This will help us to have control over entrance into the orientation camp. The present situation where we share entrance with some state agencies is infringing on security protocols as structured by the NYSC Directorate Headquarters.”

Okwor noted that while the female hostels had been renovated, the male hostels remained in a dilapidated condition, a factor he said was limiting the state’s ability to accommodate more corps members.

He reaffirmed his commitment to the NYSC’s objectives and pledged continued delivery of quality services in health, education, social enlightenment and rural development.

Okwor thanked the Katsina State Government, security agencies and other stakeholders for their ongoing support and collaboration in promoting youth development and national service.

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda, speaking to the 1,130 NYSC members deployed to the state, warned them against engaging in social vices that could threaten national unity and public peace.

He urged the corps members to avoid cultism, drug abuse, religious extremism, ethnic intolerance, cybercrime and other social vices during and after their one‑year service.

The governor called on the corps members to act as ambassadors of good character, tolerance, patriotism and responsible citizenship, emphasizing that Nigeria needs young people who are committed to promoting unity and contributing positively to national development.

Represented by the state Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Engr. Surajo Yazid Abukur, the governor urged the corps members to embrace their host communities, respect local customs and traditions, and serve with dedication, humility and integrity.

He encouraged them to emulate and surpass the achievements of their predecessors by initiating impactful community development projects and making meaningful contributions to their places of primary assignment and host communities.