A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Tayachibiyacha Ebal, deployed to Kebbi State, has tragically passed away after collapsing at the Dakin Gari Orientation Camp.
The incident occurred suddenly, leading to immediate medical intervention.
Sudden Medical Emergency
Ebal was rushed to the camp clinic for urgent medical attention following her collapse.
Due to the severity of her condition, she was later transferred to the Federal Medical Centre in Birnin-Kebbi for advanced treatment.
Despite the relentless efforts of the medical team to save her, she could not be resuscitated.
Official Confirmation and Condolences
The incident was confirmed by the state Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Alhaji Muhammad Fingila, who described it as unfortunate.
He conveyed condolences to Ebal’s family on behalf of the Kebbi government and confirmed that her remains had been sent to her home state, Adamawa.
“Our hearts go out to the grieving family during this difficult time,” Fingila stated.
NYSC Officials’ Silence
Efforts to obtain a statement from the NYSC Kebbi State office were unsuccessful.
The spokesperson, Mrs. Hadiza, did not respond to calls or text messages seeking their reaction to the incident.
10 Dead After Tragic Road Accident
Previously, Legit reported that at least 10 people have been reported dead and one hospitalised after a road accident in Yanfari village, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Lawan Shi’isu Adam, told newsmen in Dutse that the incident occurred Tuesday morning.
He said the accident occurred when a Toyota Hummer bus with the number plate, HDJ 631 YDD driven by one Sani Mainasara en route to Hadejia from Kano hit a parked trailer marked RGN 180 ZC and summersulted. According to Adam, the driver and nine of the 10 passengers died on the spot.