Navy distributes learning materials in Rivers community

The Nigerian Navy has distributed educational materials to schools in Opobo, Rivers State, as part of its “Operation Delta Sanity Four” programme.

The goal, according to the Navy, is to encourage pupils in their educational pursuits and foster well-rounded development through extracurricular activities.

The initiative, dubbed “Free Educational Rhapsody,” benefited Opobo Primary School, Saint Paul Primary School One and Two, Abaziebie Model Primary School in Opobo/Nkoro and the Nigerian Navy Primary School Pathfinder in Rumuolumeni.

The Commander of Nigeria Navy Ship (NNS) PATHFINDER, Commodore Cajethan Aniaku, who was represented by Navy Captain Bassey Bassey, said under the programme, launched on October 10, 2024, the Navy aimed to combat crude oil theft, illegal bunkering, piracy, and other criminal activities in the Niger Delta region.

Aniaku noted that the initiative employs both kinetic and non-kinetic approaches, with the latter focusing on community outreach and engagement.

He noted that the education outreach aligns with the vision, mission, and strategic directive of the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla which necessitated the Navy engaging strategic stakeholder in the educational development of country.

He explained: “The educational materials are meant to encourage pupils in their educational pursuits, We understand that without education, there is no development. This initiative also encourages extracurricular activities to help foster well-rounded development in the children.

“The “Free Educational Rhapsody” project is part of the non-kinetic approach, which seeks to win the hearts and minds of local residents. By providing free educational materials, including textbooks, novels, and sporting equipment, the Navy hopes to inspire young minds and promote a culture of learning.”