A young Nigerian woman posted to Borno for NYSC shared how she spent two tense days traveling by road to camp due to insecurity, documented her emotional journey online, and received widespread support after arriving safely.


A Nigerian lady posted to Borno State for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has shared an emotional account of the long and tense journey she undertook to reach her orientation camp.
A Difficult Trip Through Security-Tense Routes
Identified on TikTok as @shimmer.cakes.n.e, the corps member said she spent almost two full days travelling by road before finally arriving at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Borno.
She revealed that the state’s security situation weighed heavily on her mind throughout the trip, making each hour on the road more stressful.
Documenting Her Journey
When she eventually got to the camp, she shared videos of the environment and expressed joy and relief at completing the long trip. In another clip, she revealed that she is the first member of her family to participate in the NYSC, making the moment even more emotional for her.
Reactions From Nigerians
Her posts quickly drew attention, with many social media users celebrating her safe arrival and commending her courage for embarking on national service in one of Nigeria’s most security-challenged states.
Finally Arriving at Camp
Throughout the journey, she kept her followers updated with videos and short notes. At some points, she admitted feeling overwhelmed and thought she might break down in tears once she reached her destination safely.
Watch her video here:
👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@shimmer.cakes.n.e
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