Nigerian Army Brings Relief to Borno Communities with Quick Impact Projects
… as COAS Encourages Sustained Support
By Lawrence Audu
In a bid to provide relief to communities in Borno State, the Nigerian Army (NA) has unveiled a series of projects as part of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Annual Conference 2023, bringing hope and assistance to residents affected by insurgency.
Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, led the inauguration of the projects on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, standing alongside NA commanders and senior officers. The initiatives aim to improve living conditions and address the urgent needs of communities impacted by the ongoing conflict.
Among the projects unveiled by the COAS are the newly renovated single block classrooms at Zajiri Junior Secondary School in Baga Road, Maiduguri, a Solar Powered Industrial Borehole at Jiddari Polo Community, renovated blocks of classrooms at Lawan Mustapha School in Konduga community, and a newly upgraded and equipped Maternity/Child Healthcare Centre in Gubio Community.
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During the commissioning, the COAS emphasized that the projects symbolize the NA’s commitment to giving back to society as part of the Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference 2023. He described the Quick Impact projects as a gesture of encouragement and support for the communities, urging them to sustain their backing for the Nigerian Army.
The initiatives have brought smiles to the faces of the beneficiaries, offering a glimmer of hope and relief in the midst of adversity. The Nigerian Army’s efforts in providing assistance and infrastructure to communities in Borno demonstrate a dedicated commitment to fostering civil-military cooperation and aiding those affected by conflict.
Gen Lagbaja added, that in selecting the projects the NA conducted needs assessment and obtained inputs from members of the communities.
The Army Chief assured of the commitment of NA in supporting the good people of Borno State, stressing the need for sustained collaboration between the military, government and the local communities to ensure effective utilization and maintenance of the newly commissioned projects.
In separate remarks, the community leaders expressed gratitude to the NA for its dedication to the betterment of the people of Borno State. They noted that the projects will improve the daily lives of the communities and contribute to the overall development of the state.
