The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of a serving corps member, Miss Lovina Asegana Bamaiyi, who passed away in Borno State.
In a condolence message addressed to corps members, her family, and residents of the state, Nafiu described the loss as painful and irreplaceable. He extended heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family and the entire NYSC community, noting that Lovina’s dedication, good conduct, and service spirit would be greatly missed.
The NYSC boss stated that Lovina died on Monday, April 27, 2026, at about 6:18 p.m. at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, where she had been receiving treatment after falling ill shortly after arriving for orientation camp activities.
He praised her as a committed young Nigerian who answered the call to national service with courage and patriotism, adding that her passing has created a painful vacuum among her colleagues and within the NYSC family.
Similarly, the Governor of Borno State, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, also mourned the late corps member, describing her as a determined and resilient young woman who remained committed to her goals despite health challenges.
Governor Zulum noted that Lovina had a strong passion for education, having obtained a National Diploma between 2019 and 2020 and later a Higher National Diploma between 2023 and 2024 in Business Administration and Management from Isa Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic in Nasarawa State.
According to the governor, she was deployed to Borno State as part of the 2026 Batch A2 for national service. However, shortly after arriving at the NYSC orientation camp on April 22, she fell ill and was rushed to the hospital, where she later died.
Zulum described her as a patriotic Nigerian who accepted her national assignment despite being a diabetic patient, adding that her sacrifice and contributions would remain in the hearts of those who knew her.
“Her death is a painful reminder of the fragility of life and the courage of young Nigerians who continue to serve the nation selflessly,” the governor said, praying for the peaceful repose of her soul.
Educational and Work Background
Lovina’s academic journey reflected her determination to succeed. She studied Business Administration and Management at Isa Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic, Lafia, where she earned both her National Diploma and Higher National Diploma.
Before her untimely death, she worked at Godswill Academy Nursery and Primary School in Lafia, Nasarawa State, serving as an Assistant Cashier from 2017 to 2020 and later as a Cashier from 2021 until her passing.
Family and Funeral
She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Rebecca Namo; stepmother, Mrs. Grace Bamaiyi; and several siblings, including Mrs. Juliana Abari, Mrs. Hassana Bamaiyi, Mrs. Linda Joseph, Miss Deborah A. Bamaiyi, Akolo Bamaiyi, and Patience A. Bamaiyi.
The NYSC and Borno State Government both called on corps members and the public to honor her memory by upholding the values of service, dedication, and unity that she exemplified in her short but impactful life.
Miss Lovina Ajegena Bamaiyi is Buried today in her county home in Sabon Pegi Shabu ,Lafia Nasarawa state.
