From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi
The Nigerian Army, 1 Brigade Gusau, has distributed food items, clothes and medical supplies to orphans, widows and the less privileged in Gusau, Zamfara State.
Acting Assistant Director, Public Relations of 1 Brigade Nigerian Army, Gusau, Lieutenant Suleiman Omale confirmed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi.
According to him, “The 1 Brigade Nigerian Army proudly marks the 161st anniversary of the Nigerian Army establishment with orphans and less privileged children, pupils and students in Zamfara to commemorate the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2024.
“This significant day is dedicated to honouring the memory of our fallen heroes who selflessly laid down their lives to protect the nation and its citizens.
“In commemoration of this day, the 1 Brigade Nigerian Army in Gusau undertook various humanitarian activities, ranging from distribution of medical consumables, writing materials, clothing, and footwear to orphans, the less privileged, and other needy individuals in Zamfara State.
“Brigadier General Sani Ahmed, the Brigade Commander, led the distribution of clothing materials to orphans and the needy, underscoring the Nigerian Army’s commitment to Civil-Military Cooperation. This initiative is part of the army’s ongoing efforts to support the civil community in various ways, promoting goodwill and strengthening relationships.”
General Ahmed, according to the statement, disclosed that the distribution reached approximately 400 orphans and needy individuals, alongside the provision of exercise books, pencils, and pens to students and pupils across 11 primary and secondary schools in the Gusau metropolitan area.
“He noted that while the Army has been supporting rural areas, this event focused on distributing essential items within Gusau.”
“The Brigade Commander used the occasion to urge the civil community to discourage informants from aiding bandits by reporting military activities. Instead, he encouraged these elements to repent and surrender their arms to restore peace in the state.
“Brigadier General Ahmed expressed his concern over bandit activities in the state, affirming that troops are working tirelessly to ensure that farmers can cultivate and harvest their crops smoothly, thereby ensuring food security and economic development. He appealed for public support and cooperation by providing the Army with vital information to help restore normalcy.”
The Director of Public Relations of the Brigade added that medical consumables were distributed to 14 Local Government Areas within the Brigade’s Area of Responsibility. Customised exercise books were also distributed to primary, junior and senior secondary school students in 11 schools in Gusau.
Omale said that the beneficiaries expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the Nigerian Army for their support, offered prayers and goodwill messages for the army.
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