NAF AIRLIFTS RELIEF MATERIALS DONATED BY FIRST LADY TO BORNO FLOOD VICTIMS 17-10-24
By Sadiq Aminu The Nigerian Airforce has completed an airlift mission of essential relief materials to flood victims in Borno State.
The relief supplies, donated by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, under the Renewed Hope Initiative were airlifted from Abuja to Maiduguri.
In a statement by the Director, Public Relations and Information of the NAF, Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa says these critical resources will provide much-needed succour to affected communities in Maiduguri, that were devastated by the September 10 flood disaster.
The statement explains that the relief materials were received by NAF senior officers, led by the Air Component Commander, Operation HADIN KAI, before being handed over to the Borno State Government for onward distribution to the flood victims.
It notes that the collaboration between the First Lady’s office and the NAF demonstrates the significance of collective effort to alleviate the suffering of those affected by the flood in Borno State.
According to the statement, the airlift mission highlights NAF’s dedication to providing timely humanitarian assistance, particularly in regions severely impacted by natural disasters.
The supplies comprised food items, clothing, sanitary essentials, as well as toys for children.