NAF ADVANCES PEOPLE-CENTRIC ENGAGEMENT WITH MEDICAL OUTREACH IN OGUNTADE COMMUNITY

In furtherance of its commitment to humanitarian service and community engagement, the 041 Communication Information Systems Depot (041 CIS Depot), Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Shasha, conducted a Medical Outreach Programme at Oguntade Community on Saturday, 9 May 2026. The outreach, which focused on free eye screening and the distribution of eyeglasses, was aimed at enhancing civil-military relations while improving access to essential healthcare services for members of the host community. The initiative aligns with the vision of the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, to sustain a people-centric Nigerian Air Force that remains responsive to the welfare and aspirations of Nigerians while advancing national security and development. During the outreach, medical personnel carried out comprehensive eye examinations and consultations for community members to identify and address common vision-related challenges. A total of 143 beneficiaries received free eye screening and medical consultation, while 52 eyeglasses, alongside 39 units of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory eye drops, were dispensed based on medical recommendations. Additionally, 12 individuals diagnosed with more complex eye conditions were referred to the 661 Nigerian Air Force Hospital, Ikeja, for further evaluation and treatment. Beneficiaries without visible eye conditions were also educated on the importance of regular medical check-ups for early detection and prevention of eye-related ailments. The outreach programme recorded significant positive impact within the Oguntade Community by providing critical healthcare support at no cost to beneficiaries. Speaking during the event, the Commander 041 CIS Depot, Air Commodore DU Edet, reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to sustaining strong ties with host communities through impactful humanitarian initiatives that directly improve the wellbeing of citizens. He noted that the NAF remains committed not only to defending the nation’s territorial integrity, but also to supporting national development through people-oriented interventions. The initiative further reinforced the image of the Nigerian Air Force as a responsive and compassionate institution dedicated to the promotion of harmonious civil-military relations under the leadership of Air Marshal Aneke. #NAF #CivilMilitaryRelations #MedicalOutreach #CommunityDevelopment #HumanitarianService #AirPower #NigerianAirForce