MNJTF Delivers Projects, Irrigation Equipment To Borno Communities
By Matthew Atungwu
The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) on Thursday delivered several quick impact projects and irrigation equipment to the communities of Baga in Kukawa Local Government, Borno State of Nigeria.
This was contained in a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi, the Military Public Information Officer, N’djamena – Chad.
He said, “These projects have been implemented by the MNJTF in partnership with COGINTA Non-Governmental Organisation and are aimed at supporting the communities in recovering from the devastating Boko Haram attacks they have endured.”
Among the projects delivered are “two consulting rooms and a renovated maternity room at the Baga Hospital, which will enhance healthcare services in the area.
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“Additionally, eight latrines and a 30-meter fence have been constructed at the Baga Primary School to improve sanitation and security for the school. Furthermore, the MNJTF has provided ten boreholes and irrigation equipment to support local farmers in their agricultural activities.”
Maj Gen Ibrahim Sallau Ali, the Force Commander of the MNJTF, expressed that these projects are part of the MNJTF’s Civil-Military Cooperatives initiative and emphasized the need for community cooperation and support to effectively carry out operations.
He also encouraged the community members to make the most of these projects by utilizing and maintaining them properly.
The Chairman of Kukawa Local Government, Usman Alhaji Bukar Kekeno, expressed gratitude to the MNJTF and COGINTA for their support. He acknowledged the positive impact these projects will have on the communities and appealed for continued assistance in addressing the various challenges they face.
The MNJTF has demonstrated its commitment to aiding communities impacted by Boko Haram assaults through its initiative to give equipment and fast impact projects. The MNJTF seeks to provide peace, stability, and prosperity for the people of Baga and the surrounding areas by collaborating with local authorities and participating in civil-military cooperation.