In a significant stride towards improving the lives of the residents of Monguno, Borno State, Nigeria, the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) officially handed over a series of vital community projects on September 29, 2023.
According to Military Public Information Officer Ndjamena, Chad Abubakar Abdullahi, the ceremony, marked by a spirit of collaboration and hope, saw the inauguration of two blocks of classrooms at Gana Ali Primary School, a solar-powered borehole at Monguno Dispensary, and two manual boreholes, complemented by the provision of two rooms designated as a maternity and consultation area at the dispensary.
The much-anticipated event was graced by the presence of Deputy Force Commander, Air Vice Marshal Yaya Mahamat, representing Force Commander Maj Gen Ibrahim Sallau Ali. Air Vice Marshal Mahamat, in his address to the gathering, expressed profound gratitude to COGINTA and the European Union for their invaluable contributions that made these projects possible. Additionally, he appealed to the local populace to collaborate closely with the military and other security agencies, emphasizing the need to eliminate any remnants of terrorist elements in the region.
Speaking at the ceremony, Alhaji Kyari Ibrahim, the Chairman of Monguno Local Government, extended heartfelt appreciation to the MNJTF for their dedication and pledged unwavering support from the local authority for all operations aimed at restoring peace in the area. These projects, he noted, marked a substantial stride in enhancing education and healthcare facilities in Monguno, promising a brighter future for its residents.
The MNJTF’s commitment to enhancing infrastructure and delivering essential services to communities afflicted by insurgency stands as a testament to their unwavering resolve to create an environment conducive to peace, reconciliation, and progress. This milestone serves as a beacon of hope for the people of Monguno, promising improved living conditions and a renewed sense of optimism.
The successful completion and handover of these quick impact projects signify a step forward in the MNJTF’s mission to foster development and well-being in communities affected by conflict. As the MNJTF continues to make strides in its mission, the people of Monguno look ahead to a brighter and more prosperous future.
