NAF commissions ICT laboratory in Zamfara school

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has inaugurated a fully equipped Information and Communication Technology (ICT) laboratory at Government Science Secondary School, Shinkafi, Zamfara State to support strengthen civil-military relations.

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, who inaugurated the facility on Wednesday, said it was equipped with computers, solar power for uninterrupted electricity supply and unlimited internet access.

Aneke, represented by the Deputy Commander of Operation Fansan Yamma, Air Vice Marshal UK Abdullahi, said the project was one of his special intervention initiatives in Zamfara State.

The laboratory was named after Air Vice Marshal Ahmed Abdullahi Shinkafi, an illustrious son of the community, in recognition of his service and contributions.

The Chief of the Air Staff said the project reflected the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to civil-military relations, adding that the honour accorded to AVM Shinkafi demonstrated that the people of Shinkafi had not been forgotten.

He described the commissioning as a significant occasion celebrating the achievements of a distinguished son of the community.

Representing Governor Dauda Lawal, Deputy Governor, Malam Mani Mummuni, commended AVM Shinkafi for his selfless service to the people.

Mummuni said the facility would contribute to educational development in Shinkafi and Zamfara State at large, noting that the initiative aligned with the state government’s development agenda under the Rescue Mission administration.

Theatre Commander of Operation Fansan Yamma, Major General W. B. Idris, said the project represented an investment in the future of children.

He said the laboratory would provide students, teachers and members of the community with opportunities to undertake research and improve their access to digital learning resources.

The Emir of Shinkafi, Alhaji Muhammad Isah Makwashe, also expressed appreciation to the Nigerian Air Force for providing the facility, while commending AVM Ahmed Abdullahi Shinkafi for his contributions to the development of the community.

AVM Shinkafi, Director-General of Nigerian Air Force Research and Development, pledged to sustain his contributions and pursue further initiatives aimed at advancing the development of his community.