Senate orders probe into death of ex-SUG president at Enugu NYSC camp

Summary

The Senate has ordered an investigation into the death of NYSC member Etimbuk Daniel at the orientation camp in Enugu State.

Highlights

• Daniel was said to have died while undergoing the NYSC’s compulsory three-week orientation course.
• He was the immediate past president of the Students’ Union Government at Akwa Ibom State University.
• The probe was triggered by a motion of urgent public importance moved by Senator Aniekan Bassey.
• The Senate said committees on police affairs, judiciary, human rights, ethics, public petitions, youth development and health would handle the investigation.
• The lawmakers also called for a review of medical services and health infrastructure in NYSC camps nationwide.