The 403 Amphibious Brigade of the Nigerian Army has donated a tricycle to a physically challenged resident of Baga community in Borno State and a bicycle to another resident as part of efforts to strengthen civil-military relations and improve the welfare of civilians in its operational area.

The donations, made on October 26, 2026, were presented by Anthony Ozemhoya, Commander of the Brigade, to Miss Maryam Audu, who received the mobility tricycle, and Mr Mustapha Gatanmaraya, who was given the bicycle.

The initiative forms part of the Brigade’s ongoing Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities designed to build public confidence, promote mutual trust and strengthen collaboration between the Nigerian Army and communities within its area of responsibility.

According to a statement issued by Raymond Alungbe, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 403 Amphibious Brigade, the intervention reflects the military’s commitment to complementing its security operations with humanitarian assistance and practical interventions that address the everyday needs of residents.

The mobility tricycle is expected to improve Audu’s movement, enhance her independence and make it easier for her to undertake routine activities within the community.

Similarly, the bicycle donated to Gatanmaraya is intended to ease his movement and support his daily engagements.

The Brigade said the donations were part of its people-oriented military engagement, particularly its commitment to addressing the needs of vulnerable members of the civilian population.

It noted that humanitarian interventions remained important in building mutual trust, promoting understanding and encouraging greater cooperation between the military and the communities it serves.

The initiative, according to the statement, also aligns with the command philosophy of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, which emphasises purposeful leadership, operational effectiveness and constructive engagement with the civilian population.

The Brigade stressed that effective civil-military relations remained an important component of its operational approach, adding that military responsibilities extended beyond security operations to include initiatives that promote inclusion and improve the welfare of host communities.

It reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining humanitarian outreach and community-focused interventions to create an environment where the military and civilians could work together towards sustainable peace, security and development.