SECURITY AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT PARTICIPANTS DONATE TEACHING AIDS TO NAFRC

LAGOS — Participants of the Security and Safety Management Course 2/2026 at the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC), Oshodi, have donated teaching aids to the Department of Security and Safety Management to support effective teaching and learning and enhance professional training at the Centre. The presentation, which took place at the Department Lecture Hall of the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre, brought together the Commanding Officer, Management Wing, Lt. Col. A. O. Olawuyi, represented by the Head of Department, MWO Emmanuel Okete, instructors, staff of the department and participants of the course. The initiative, according to the participants, was designed to contribute to the improvement of the learning environment and provide instructors with additional resources to facilitate the effective delivery of lessons. Speaking during the presentation, the Governor of the Class, AWO Yusuf Salisu said the donation was motivated by the participants' desire to give back to the department and support the professional training they were receiving. AWO Yusuf explained that the teaching aids would enhance the learning environment and contribute to improved academic activities within the department. He expressed appreciation to the Commanding Officer, Head of Department, instructors and other members of staff for their dedication to imparting knowledge and professional skills to the participants. According to him, the knowledge and experience acquired during the course would be valuable to the participants as they transition into various aspects of civil life and professional engagements. He noted that the gesture was also a demonstration of the participants' appreciation for the efforts of the instructors and their commitment to ensuring that the department continues to provide quality training. Earlier in his address, the Head of Department, MWO Emmanuel Okete, expressed appreciation to the participants for the initiative, describing the gesture as a demonstration of their commitment to the development of the department and the enhancement of academic activities. MWO Okete commended the participants for identifying the need to support the department with relevant teaching aids, noting that the materials would complement the existing efforts of instructors. He said the teaching aids would facilitate effective lesson delivery and provide instructors with additional resources for making classroom activities more practical, interactive and engaging. The Head of Department further emphasized the importance of cooperation between instructors and participants in achieving the objectives of the Security and Safety Management Course. He noted that beyond acquiring theoretical knowledge, the participants were being equipped with practical skills and professional competencies required to function effectively in security and safety-related responsibilities after completing the course. He further thanked the participants for the initiative and their commitment to supporting the institution describing the donation as a commendable gesture which would contribute to creating a more conducive environment for teaching and learning at the Centre. He said the teaching aids would enhance classroom instruction by making lessons more practical and interactive, while assisting instructors in presenting complex issues in security and safety management in a clearer and more effective manner. Futhermore, he stressed the importance of collaboration among participants, instructors and the institution in achieving the objectives of professional military and security-related training even as he encouraged the participants to sustain the spirit of teamwork, responsibility, discipline and service demonstrated through the initiative, noting that such values remain essential to effective leadership and professional development. He observed that initiatives of this nature go beyond the provision of physical materials, as they promote a culture of collective responsibility and strengthen the relationship between trainees and the institution. He expressed confidence that the donated teaching aids would be put to effective use in supporting instruction and improving the overall learning experience of future participants of the department. The presentation ended with appreciation to the participants for their contribution to the continued development of the Department of Security and Safety Management. The gesture is expected to serve as a lasting contribution of Course 2/2026 participants to the department, while supporting the Centre's objective of providing quality professional training for personnel preparing for effective engagement in security, safety management and related responsibilities in their post-service and civil careers.