Senate Launches Probe into Corps Member's Death in Enugu

The Senate ordered an investigation into the death of National Youth Service Corps member Etimbuk Daniel, who died at the Enugu State orientation camp. The probe aims to establish the circumstances surrounding his death and assess the adequacy of medical facilities and emergency response services in NYSC camps across Nigeria.

This decision followed a motion sponsored by Senator Aniekan Bassey, who expressed concerns over systemic negligence and inadequate healthcare services for corps members. Bassey described Daniel as a vibrant young Nigerian committed to serving the country and emphasized the government's duty to ensure the welfare of corps members.

The investigation will involve the Senate Committees on Police Affairs, Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, Ethics, Code of Conduct and Public Petitions, Youth Development, and Health, alongside the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Services. Senator Abdul Ningi also expressed condolences and urged for thorough scrutiny of the incident.