Reps demand probe into NYSC member’s death at Enugu camp

…as family alleges body was released naked, bruised

The House of Representatives has called for an independent investigation into the death of a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Comrade Etimbuk Daniel Sunday, at the orientation camp in Enugu State.

The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by the Chairman of the House Committee on Public Procurement, Hon. Idem Unyime, who raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding Sunday’s death on October 11, 2026, after a reported medical emergency at the camp.

The House noted that Sunday, a former president of the Students’ Union of the Government of Akwa Ibom State University, reportedly visited the camp clinic on October 7 after experiencing symptoms associated with malaria or typhoid.

According to the motion, he received initial treatment at the clinic and was subsequently discharged with oral medication. However, concerns were raised about the treatment he received, the deterioration of his condition, and an alleged delay in referring him to a hospital for further medical attention.

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The lawmakers said an investigation was necessary to establish whether appropriate medical procedures were followed and whether timely intervention could have changed the outcome.

The House also expressed concern over reports that Sunday’s body was handed over to his family naked and with visible bruises, saying the allegations required a thorough, independent, and impartial investigation.

It stressed the need to establish the circumstances surrounding both his death and the release of his body to provide clarity for the bereaved family and ensure accountability if any wrongdoing was established.

Consequently, the House mandated its Committees on Youth Development, Health Care Services, Police Affairs, and Human Rights to investigate the incident and submit their findings within four weeks.

The joint investigation is expected to examine the medical attention provided to Sunday, the deterioration of his condition, the alleged delay in hospital referral and the reported state of his body when it was handed over to his family.

Beyond the investigation, the House urged the Federal Ministries of Youth Development and Health and Social Welfare, alongside the NYSC Directorate, to review and strengthen healthcare delivery and emergency response procedures at orientation camps nationwide.

The lawmakers said the incident highlighted the need for adequately equipped camp clinics, qualified medical personnel, prompt hospital referrals and effective emergency response procedures to protect corps members during their national service.

The investigation is expected to establish the facts surrounding Sunday’s death, identify any lapses and recommend measures to prevent similar incidents at NYSC orientation camps across the country.