The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has inaugurated a Special Intervention Project in Anipupo Community, Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State,
By Sumaila Ogbaje
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has inaugurated a Special Intervention Project in Anipupo Community, Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State, providing 30 solar-powered streetlights, industrial borehole and a 35,000-litre water storage facility.
This is contained in a statement by the Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, on Wednesday in Abuja.
Ejodame said the projects were unveiled in honour of AVM Abidemi Marquis, as part of efforts by NAF to strengthen civil-military relations and improve living conditions in rural communities.
In his remarks, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, said the initiative was in line with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Abubakar was represented by Chief of Civil-Military Relations, AVM Ibikunle Daramola.
He said the NAF had a responsibility to touch lives positively, win hearts and minds, and contribute to community development beyond its combat duties.
According to him, by providing clean water and lighting up Anipupo, they are reinforcing the bond of trust between the Force and the people.
In his remarks, AVM Marquis expressed gratitude to NAF for the intervention in his hometown, describing it as a seed for sustainable development.
“When we come together with a shared purpose, no challenge is too great to overcome.
“This project must not be seen as short-term but as a foundation for lasting progress.
“I urge residents to safeguard it and ensure its sustainability,” he said.
Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, represented by the Commissioner for Environment, Mr Ola Oresanya, commended NAF for what he called “a shining example of partnership that transforms lives.”
Abiodun said the provision of an industrial borehole, water storage system and solar-powered streetlights aligned with his administration’s grassroots development agenda.
According to him, the facilities will not only ease hardship but also uplift the standard of living of the people.
Community leaders and residents who attended the event described the intervention as timely, stressing that access to clean water and improved lighting would enhance security and livelihoods in the area. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)