A young Nigerian woman received her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) posting to Borno State. She shared her emotional two-day road journey to the orientation camp online.
Protracted Travel Amidst Security Risks
The corps member, known as @shimmer.cakes.n.e on TikTok, journeyed by road for almost two days. She eventually reached the NYSC Orientation Camp in Borno State.
Security concerns in the state amplified the stress of her extended travel. This made her long journey particularly challenging.
Documenting the Journey
Throughout her trip, she recorded her experiences on social media. She provided regular updates to her followers.
She confessed to feeling overwhelmed at times. She anticipated shedding tears of relief and happiness upon her safe arrival at camp.
Reaching the Orientation Camp
After arriving, she shared videos of the camp environment.
She seemed elated, ready for her year of national service. Her initial moments of settling in were shared with followers.
Another video revealed she is her family’s first NYSC participant.
Public Response and Support
Her videos gained rapid online traction. Many users celebrated her safe arrival. They expressed excitement for her national service, especially in a region with known security issues.
Several videos were shared on TikTok, documenting various stages of her significant journey and her arrival at the camp.
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