Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, the Chief of Air Staff, emphasized his office’s preparedness to collaborate with the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation to distribute relief materials nationwide using aircraft.
Represented by Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, the Director of Public Relations and Information of the Nigerian Air Force, Abubakar conveyed this commitment during a visit to the minister’s office.
He assured the minister of full support to facilitate the transportation of humanitarian aid workers and relief supplies to states and remote areas where they are urgently required across the country.
Abubakar underscored the alignment of his stance with the security organization’s commitment to civil-military relations and humanitarian assistance for the populace. He highlighted the Nigerian Armed Forces’ duty and willingness to collaborate with relevant government agencies, stating the Airforce’s readiness, capability, and willingness to engage in such partnerships.
“Beyond security, the Nigerian Airforce provides humanitarian support to communities working with relevant government Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs),” he said.
Meanwhile, more relief materials activated by the minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, have arrived at Plateau State, according to a statement from the ministry signed by Rasheed Olanrewaju Zubair, the special adviser on media and publicity to the minister.
The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 3 Division of the Nigerian Army, Jos and Commander of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH ), Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang, traditional rulers, religious leaders, as well as youth leaders, have all confirmed the arrival of the items.
“The relief materials include food and non-food items as part of the immediate humanitarian response, more are still coming,” Dr. Edu said.
The relief materials were taken to Barkin Ladi, Bokkos, and Mangu LGAs of Plateau State in line with the president’s directive. The minister also announced job opportunities for humanitarian aid workers in the affected communities.
