Army offers free medical care to Osun residents

The Nigerian Army's Depot in Osogbo organized a free medical outreach for residents of Osun state, demonstrating its commitment to community service and humanitarian aid.

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The Depot Osogbo is a year plus and the works is enormous but the army is dedicated to serving humanity.

Brig.-Gen. Buhari Madaki, Commandant of the Army Depot, stated that the initiative was part of the army's dedication to serving humanity, especially in its host communities. The program provided essential medical consultations, eye care, and dental services. Cases requiring further attention were referred to nearby hospitals and the Army Depot's medical center.

This outreach also served to honor Nigerian soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice in World War I, World War II, and the Nigerian Civil War. Major Jonathan Edimek, acting Commanding Officer of the Depot Osogbo Medical Centre, highlighted the program's role in enhancing civil-military relationships and community awareness of the army's presence.

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It is to increase the knowledge and awareness of the communities of the presence of the Nigerian Army.

The Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Abdur-Raaheed Olabomi, praised the army's gesture, describing it as a vital "kinetic program" that extends beyond security. He encouraged his subjects to take full advantage of the opportunity for their well-being.

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The army provides more than security service to the people.