NAF Donates 35,000-Litre Borehole to Edo Community
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commissioned a 35,000-litre industrial borehole in Ohe community, Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State, as part of its special intervention projects to support grassroots development and strengthen civil-military relations.
The project, inaugurated on Wednesday, October 16, 2025, was delivered under the Chief of the Air Staff’s (CAS) Special Intervention/Quick Impact Projects (QIP) and is aimed at providing clean and accessible water to residents of the community.
Speaking at the commissioning, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, represented by the Chief of Civil-Military Relations, Air Vice Marshal Ibikunle Daramola, said the project underscores the NAF’s commitment to promoting the welfare of Nigerians through people-centred initiatives.
He explained that civil-military cooperation remains a key pillar of national stability, noting that the NAF has expanded its humanitarian footprint in communities nationwide through infrastructure, medical, and educational interventions.
“Civil-military relations are essential to national stability as they foster mutual trust and cooperation between the military and the civilian population,” Abubakar stated. “Our decision to upgrade the Directorate of Civil-Military Relations to a full branch in May 2024 was deliberate — it reflects our recognition of the human dimension of security.”
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The CAS commended Air Vice Marshal Pius Oguega Oahimire, an indigene of Ohe community and project coordinator, for initiating the idea and ensuring its completion. He urged the residents to take ownership of the facility and maintain it for long-term use.
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Gani Audu, hailed the NAF for its continued partnership with communities across the state. He described the project as a reflection of the Service’s commitment to the welfare of citizens beyond its core military duties.
According to the governor, the initiative aligns with Edo State’s grassroots development agenda and demonstrates the Air Force’s leadership under Air Marshal Abubakar in promoting social impact alongside national security.
Also speaking, Air Vice Marshal Oahimire expressed appreciation to the Chief of the Air Staff for the honour of executing the project in his hometown. He said access to clean water remains a major challenge in rural communities, and the gesture will significantly improve living conditions in Ohe.
He said, “This project reflects the NAF’s understanding that true national security goes beyond military operations. It includes improving the living standards of citizens and ensuring that no community is left behind.”
Community leaders, traditional rulers, and residents of Ohe who attended the event commended the Nigerian Air Force for its people-oriented interventions and pledged to safeguard the facility for future generations.
By PRNigeria
