Oyo NYSC Assures Corps Members Amidst Cholera Concerns

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has reassured corps members in Oyo State of their safety and well-being during their orientation course amidst cholera concerns.

Addressing the Batch B stream one corps members at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Iseyin, Oyo State, NYSC State Coordinator Mr. Abel Oche emphasized that comprehensive measures have been implemented to safeguard their health.

Oche highlighted that camp facilities were thoroughly sanitized and fortified against cholera prior to the arrival of the corps members. He added that sanitation and hygiene guidelines were provided, along with hand sanitizers, to minimize infection risks during the three-week training period.

“The safety and health of our corps members are of utmost importance to us. We are collaborating closely with relevant health agencies to ensure they are not exposed to cholera risks,” Oche stated.

He stressed the importance of maintaining proper hygiene and sanitary practices among the corps members, noting that these measures are crucial in preventing the spread of cholera and other communicable diseases.

“The NYSC management will continue to monitor the situation and take necessary steps to safeguard the health of our corps members. We urge you to be vigilant and uphold high standards of personal hygiene at all times,” Oche added.

The State Coordinator also reminded the corps members of the ongoing campaign against open defecation, which is linked to the spread of cholera and other water-borne diseases. He encouraged them to become advocates of this campaign in their respective communities.

“As you go out to serve your country and communities, we urge you to champion this campaign,” Oche urged.

Furthermore, Oche solicited support from the Oyo State government, corps employers, and well-meaning Nigerians for the roofing of the multi-purpose hall under construction, aiming to ensure an uninterrupted orientation exercise during the rainy season.

In this batch, Oyo State is hosting 2,513 corps members, comprising 852 males and 1,661 females.