A first class graduate from the University of Uyo, has died at the NYSC camp in Zamfara state, after he suffered from Diarrhoea while in camp.
The sad incident, which took place on December 1st, 2016 has drawn a lot of controversy as some people are of the opinion that NYSC should be scrapped or made optional to students.
Ukeme was said to have complained about his posting to Zamfara, after he got his call up letter, and was disorganized the moment he got the letter.
The young man, who graduated as one of the best students in Engineering faculty, had won four scscholarships as a student.
His friend, Victor Jerry, shared an emotional tribute to him
“November 21st…… l helped you check your state of deployment online
November 22nd….. We went to itam market to buy our kits for the orientation exercise.
November 23rd…..We all departed Uyo to our respective camps.
December 1st…… I got the sad news that you’re no more.
What a ruthless you world.
Ikpa, whatever reason that made u leave this world so soon is unfair.
Why now?
But why now?
After all the stress and sleepless nights we went through together for 5years.
You made a First class,
You were overall Best in the ’10 Engineering class,
You won about four scholarships.
You organized free tutorials for junior colleagues and even your own mates.
I really don’t have words to express how felt when I heard the news about the your untimely demise.
…….and I really can’t understand why God allowed this one to happen.
Brotherly, though you are gone, I know your legacies and the impact you created will forever be remembered.
Rest On Ukeme Monday
It is well
God knows best
