Nigerian Army, Diocese of Okrika Anglican Church Partner for Free Medical Outreach
The Nigerian Army, in collaboration with the Diocese of Okrika Anglican Communion, has concluded arrangements to provide free medical services to residents of Okrika Local Government Area as part of activities marking the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration.
As part of preparations for the programme, the Bishop of the Diocese of Okrika Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev’d Dr. Enoch Atuboyedia, JP, recently led a delegation from the Nigerian Army on courtesy visits to the Executive Chairman of Okrika Local Government Area, Chief Hon. Akuro A. Tobin, and traditional rulers within the area.
The delegation, led by Brigadier General O. O. Oni, Director of Military Hospital, Port Harcourt, formally informed the council chairman and traditional leaders of the planned Free Medical Outreach scheduled to hold at Okrika Grammar School (OGS), Okrika. The team explained that the initiative is aimed at delivering quality healthcare services to residents while strengthening civil-military relations through humanitarian service and community engagement.
Speaking during the visits, Brig. Gen. Oni emphasized the Nigerian Army’s commitment to the welfare of Nigerians beyond its constitutional responsibility of safeguarding the nation’s territorial integrity. He noted that the outreach would provide free medical consultations, diagnosis, treatment, health education, and other essential healthcare services to members of the public.
The Bishop of Okrika Diocese, Rt. Rev’d Dr. Enoch Atuboyedia, commended the Nigerian Army for its humanitarian gesture and expressed the Church’s readiness to partner in initiatives that promote the health and well-being of the people. He described the outreach as a demonstration of compassion, service, and commitment to community development.
Responding on behalf of the council, the Executive Chairman of Okrika Local Government Area, Chief Hon. Akuro A. Tobin, lauded the Nigerian Army and the Diocese of Okrika Anglican Communion for bringing the initiative to the people of Okrika. He assured the delegation of the council’s full support and cooperation, pledging that all necessary assistance would be provided to ensure the success of the programme.
Similarly, the traditional rulers welcomed the initiative and expressed appreciation to the Nigerian Army and the Diocese for choosing Okrika as a beneficiary of the outreach. They pledged to mobilize their communities to take advantage of the free medical services and encouraged residents to participate fully in the programme.
The visits ended on a cordial note, with all stakeholders reaffirming their commitment to promoting the health, welfare, and overall well-being of residents through strategic partnerships and community-focused interventions.
The Free Medical Outreach is expected to benefit hundreds of residents by providing access to essential healthcare services at no cost, further underscoring the Nigerian Army’s dedication to community development, humanitarian service, and national cohesion.
