By Abbas Bamalli
The 17 Brigade of the Nigeria Army in Katsina has conducted a one-day medical outreach for residents of Katoge community in Katsina Local Government Area (LGA).
Speaking during the exercise on Thursday, the Brigade’s Commander, Brig.-Gen. Babatunde Omopariola, said the outreach was an opportunity to engage with their immediate host community.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event was part of activities for the 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL).
According to Omopariola, the aim was to foster goodwill and show the residents that the army is part of their community, just as they are part of the army.
He explained that the health of the community was a major concern for the brigade, adding, “We try our best to assist in any way we can by providing healthcare for residents.
“This community was chosen because of the limited income within the area; many residents may not be able to afford quality medical care like those in more robust communities.
“So, it is essential that we support those with lower income so they can benefit more efficiently from this programme.
“We prepared to attend to 500 to 700 people,” he said.
Omopariola added that beneficiaries should view the gesture as an ongoing effort, though not a daily one.
He further explained, “What we have done is provide an outreach for the community members and sensitise them.
“We have also made arrangements with the community that if they have medical issues, they can visit our medical centre for primary healthcare services.
“What we require from the community is the mutual trust that we expect from all Nigerians.
“We want to increase our civil-military interaction and have their support in any way,” Omopariola said.
He emphasised that host community support was essential for any military establishment or mutual operations.
Capt. Kayinde Olakunle, the Acting Commanding Officer of the 17 Brigade Medical Centre, said beneficiaries would be treated for malaria, hypertension, diabetes, and provided with dental care.
“This includes scaling and polishing, extractions and fillings for those with dental problems.
“More severe cases will be given appointments at the medical centre or referred to teaching hospitals as necessary.
“We will also treat malaria, typhoid fever, and respiratory tract infections. Severe cases will be referred for further care.
“Children will be attended to, and insecticide-treated nets will be distributed to those under five years old,” Olakunle said.
The village head of Katoge community, Alhaji Isiyaku Ado, said the outreach would greatly help alleviate the health challenges faced by residents.
He commended Omopariola for the initiative and promised to continue supporting the officers and men of the brigade.
NAN
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