Governor Umaru Bago has ordered the immediate rehabilitation of structures damaged by a windstorm at the National Youth Service Corps orientation camp in Paiko, located in Paikoro Local Government Area of Niger State.

The storm, which struck on April 25, 2026, caused extensive damage to several buildings within the camp, although no casualties were recorded.

According to a statement issued on Sunday by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the incident was described as troubling, as it disrupted activities and created discomfort for corps members and camp officials.

An inspection team had earlier visited the site to assess the level of damage.

The team included the Commissioner for Education, Hadiza Mohammed; Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Jacob Baba-Yisa; the NYSC Director-General, Olakunle Nafiu; and the State Coordinator, Martina Shuaibu-Ibrahim.

Facilities affected by the storm include male hostels, the multipurpose hall, kitchen areas, staff quarters, and parts of the state coordinator’s residence.

The statement noted that prompt repairs would enable corps members to continue their orientation programme without further disruption.

Governor Bago also acknowledged the efforts of the assessment team and the management of Abubakar Dada Secondary School for providing temporary classroom accommodation for displaced corps members.

He further assured the NYSC of continued government support to guarantee the safety and welfare of participants in the scheme across the state.