Sowore is asking the court to determine whether the DSS operatives acted outside the scope of the judicial order and whether their conduct violated his fundamental rights.

The presidential candidate is seeking ₦5 billion in aggravated damages for alleged violations of his constitutional rights to dignity and personal liberty.

A significant part of the case concerns video footage allegedly recorded during the incident using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.

According to the court processes, the recording forms part of the evidence Sowore intends to rely on to establish the circumstances of the alleged assault and the conduct of the operatives involved.

Rochas Okorocha? Okorocha served as governor of Imo state and later represented the Imo West Senatorial District in the Nigerian Senate. He has remained a prominent figure in Nigerian politics since leaving office as governor.

No further details on the specific circumstances surrounding the allegations against him were immediately available at the time of his arrest on Monday night.

Feeding is an essential part of the orientation programme, during which corps members undergo military drills, lectures, physical exercises and other activities designed to prepare them for the service year.

The proposed increase is expected to provide additional support for feeding arrangements at orientation camps.

However, details regarding the revised allocation and how much additional funding each corps member would receive were not provided during the announcement.

Beyond the feeding allowance, the NYSC Director-General urged the corps members to develop sound financial habits and prepare responsibly for life after the service year.

He advised them to avoid unnecessary spending, exercise restraint in their financial decisions and cultivate the habit of saving.

Nafiu also commended the corps members for their resilience and willingness to serve the country, noting the importance of their contributions to national development.

He encouraged them to make responsible choices throughout their service year and take advantage of opportunities that could improve their future prospects.

The Director-General placed particular emphasis on the safety of corps members travelling between their places of residence, orientation camps and places of primary assignment.

He advised them to avoid travelling late in the evening, recommending that they stop their journeys after 6 p.m. and continue the following day.

He warned against the practice of resting in exposed public places or sleeping in groups at filling stations while travelling, noting that such situations could make corps members easy to identify.

“Refrain from resting in public places and avoid sleeping in groups at filling stations, as this makes you easily identifiable.

“Proceed to military installations, police stations or DSS offices, and contact the NYSC hotline,” he advised.

Nafiu further assured the corps members that efforts would be intensified to engage relevant stakeholders in addressing infrastructure needs at the Obubra Orientation Camp.

He said there would be further engagement with stakeholders to support the establishment and rehabilitation of facilities at the camp.

The condition of orientation camp facilities remains an important aspect of corps members’ welfare, as the camps provide accommodation, feeding, training and other essential services during the initial phase of national service.

Improved infrastructure can also support the delivery of orientation activities and help create a more suitable environment for corps members and camp officials.

The NYSC chief also encouraged the participants to acquire practical skills that could improve their employability and provide alternative sources of income after their service year.

He urged them to look beyond their academic qualifications and use the orientation period to consider additional areas of personal and professional development.

“Acquire skills in fields that will benefit you, such as cosmetology, traditional hairstyling techniques and similar disciplines,” he said.

The Director-General’s visit also provided an opportunity for camp officials to brief him on activities and conditions at the Cross River State Orientation Camp.

National Youth Service Corps NYSC

National Youth Service Corps NYSC

Presenting an assessment of the camp, the NYSC Cross River State Coordinator, Mrs Adejoke Oyenuga, described the visit as a demonstration of the Director-General’s commitment to the welfare of corps members.

Oyenuga disclosed that 1,064 corps members had been registered at the camp.

She added that the participants had successfully adapted to the structured environment and routine of the orientation programme.

The registration figure reflects the number of corps members recorded at the camp during the period covered by the assessment.

The orientation exercise is intended to familiarise participants with the objectives of the NYSC scheme, encourage discipline and teamwork, and prepare them for their subsequent deployment to places of primary assignment.

The proposed increase in feeding allocation, together with the planned engagement on camp infrastructure, forms part of the issues raised during Nafiu’s interaction with the corps members and camp management.