The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has renovated more than eight classrooms and installed solar-powered boreholes in four communities in Potiskum Local Government Area of Yobe State.

The projects were executed under the Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Special Intervention/Quick Impact Project.

The projects include the renovation and furnishing of classrooms at Sabon Gari Primary School, renovation of classrooms and a science laboratory at Sabon Gari Girls College, and the installation of solar-powered boreholes in Nahuta, Vindiski, Gabar da Kasuwa and Mainakaina communities.

Speaking at the inauguration, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, said the intervention was part of the NAF’s commitment to strengthening civil-military relations and addressing critical social needs in communities.

Mr Aneke, who was represented by Air Vice Marshal Idi Sani, a former pupil of Sabon Gari Primary School, said the NAF remained committed to supporting communities beyond its core responsibility of safeguarding the nation.

“Beyond our primary responsibility, the Nigerian Air Force recognises the importance of civil-military relations by supporting communities through carefully selected intervention projects that directly address critical social needs.

“Recognising that access to safe and potable water remains fundamental to public health and socio-economic development, this intervention included the construction of solar-powered boreholes.

“We believe the renovated educational facilities will provide pupils and teachers with a more conducive environment for learning, while the boreholes will significantly improve access to safe drinking water and ease the burden on women and children,” he said.

The CAS urged community leaders, school authorities and other stakeholders to take ownership of the facilities and protect them from vandalism, misuse and neglect.

In his remarks, Governor Mai Mala Buni commended the NAF for complementing the state government’s efforts to improve education and the socio-economic well-being of residents.

Represented by the commissioner for wealth creation, empowerment and employment generation, Yarima Bularafa, Mr Buni said the intervention aligned with the state government’s vision of modernising communities and improving educational standards.

He assured that the state government and the benefiting communities would support efforts to safeguard the facilities.

For pupils, teachers and residents of the benefiting communities, the intervention offers renewed hope for improved learning conditions, access to potable water and better living standards. 

(NAN)