Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has given approval for a comprehensive renovation and upgrade of the NYSC Orientation Camp in the state, even as he restated his administration’s unalloyed commitment to youth development.
Governor Oyebanji disclosed this during a meeting with the NYSC State Coordinator, Mr Ige Adeola , in his office on Tuesday, where the state of the camp facilities were discussed.
Governor Oyebanji noted that the renovation became necessary to ensure that the camp, which serves as the first point of contact for over 6,000 Ekiti Corps Members annually, reflects his administration’s commitment to youth development, excellence and hospitality.
The Governor also promised to solicit support of some eminent citizens of the State to sponsor some projects within the camp. This, he said, will compliment efforts of the State Government and ensure that the orientation camp is comprehensively renovated within a reasonably short period.
The planned renovation may necessitate the deployment of the next batch of of corp members in October to any of the neighbouring states in order to allow for full concentration on the renovation work at the camp.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to youth development and pledged continued support for NYSC operations in Ekiti State.
The Governor also commended Corps Members for their contributions to Health, Education and Community Development across the state.
The State Director of NYSC, Mr Ige Adeola had earlier appealed to Governor Oyebanji for urgent intervention in the upgrade of facilities at the Orientation Camp and the State Secretariat as he presented a 3-phase implementation strategy to address the long-standing challenges facing the scheme in the state.
The Director used the opportunity to commend the Governor for his consistent support, particularly the approval of meal subsidies for Corps Members and previous interventions on camp toiletries. He expressed optimism that with the Governor’s intervention, the welfare of Corps Members in Ekiti will be greatly improved.
Mr Ige hoped that the Corps Members would continue to make significant contributions to Ekiti State in the areas of Health, Education, and Community Development.
Also present at the meeting were the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Habibat Adubiaro; Chief of Staff, Mr Niyi Adebayo; Commissioner for Youth Development, Mr Adedayo Gold and Special Adviser, Media, Mr Olayinka Oyebode.
