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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:08am On Jul 17, 2021

Somali Special Forces training with MARSOC.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 11:13pm On Jul 16, 2021

Odunayaw:
I'm still going to do reinforcements for this gate because kini gbogbo eleyi!

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by bidexiii: 9:15pm On Jul 16, 2021

Flanker:
Tunisian antiterrorist brigade

Some nice toys

Have seen these Russian toys on one of the Combat Approved video editions.. grin

I think it's the edition on UGVs.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:54pm On Jul 16, 2021

youghs:
I was just about to say the same.
Seems like they've been delivered since the time NAF spokesman mentioned it

Am thinking in that direction too huh

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:20pm On Jul 16, 2021

Guys did you notice the picture of wing loong UAV at the background.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:18pm On Jul 16, 2021

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:17pm On Jul 16, 2021

NAF WINGS 6 NEW HELICOPTER PILOTS, ASSURES OF SUSTAINED AIR POWER DELIVERY

Operational manpower development in the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) received a boost today, 16 July 2021, when the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao winged another set of 6 helicopter pilots who recently completed their basic flying training at Draken Helicopter Academy in the United Kingdom. In his remark during the winging ceremony, Air Marshal Amao reiterated the importance of the human factor as the most critical airpower component that must be enhanced and sustained for effective and efficient performance. This, according to the CAS, gave reason for the increase in manpower development witnessed in the NAF in recent times. He went on to state that these efforts are expected to place the Service in a dominant position to deliver on its constitutional role more effectively, especially in the light of NAF’s involvement in several internal security operations across the country. The overall effect of these efforts, according to the CAS, is that the NAF, operating in synergy with sister Services and other security agencies, will be better positioned to more effectively counter both domestic and foreign threats to the nation’s security and the wellbeing of our people.

Speaking further, Air Marshal Amao revealed that the NAF currently has a total of 195 officers and airmen/airwomen undergoing various training courses abroad cutting across several specialties and trades. He also stated that locally, there are 12 student pilots undergoing Basic Fighter Training at 403 Flying Training School, Kano, while 10 others are undergoing Basic Transport Training at 401 Flying Training School, Kaduna. [b][/b]He emphasized that these courses are aimed at maintaining combat readiness by increasing the number of pilots to man existing aircraft, including the 26 new platforms acquired by the Federal Government in the past 6 years. On the A-29 Super Tucano aircraft, the CAS stated that about 60 NAF personnel, comprising pilots, engineers, technicians, and other specialists, have completed their training on the aircraft in the USA. While encouraging the newly winged pilots, the CAS urged them not to rest on their oars as the feat they have achieved also comes with a burden of responsibility as so much is expected of them. He also advised them to continue to give their best to the Service and the Nation. Air Marshal Amao also used the opportunity of the ceremony to appreciate President Muhammadu Buhari for his unflinching support to the NAF.

Earlier, the Chief of Training and Operations (CTOP), Air Vice Marshal (AVM) James Gwani, noted that the winging of the pilots further lends credence to one of the Key Drivers of the CAS, which is to “Pursue purposeful training and human capacity development’. He added that the new pilots would undoubtedly further enhance NAF’s capacity for effective, efficient, and timely employment of air power in response to Nigeria’s national security imperatives. While giving the highlights of the courses, the CTOP stated that the Basic Flying Course 24B, which commenced from 27 February 20 to 20 June 21, included 3 phases: Basic Rotary Wing Phase, Operational Rotary Wing Phase and Conversion Phase. The ceremony had in attendance Branch Chiefs of Headquarters NAF, Directors as well as relatives of the newly winged pilots.[b][/b]

Edward Gabkwet
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

16 July 2021

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:12pm On Jul 16, 2021

sizzorchan:

Blame Mr Odunayaw. he left the pen door open again. the goat is loose.

@odunayaw Abeg come close the door cool

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Technical Discussions On International Military Equipments Doctrines Tactics Etc by bidexiii: 7:07pm On Jul 16, 2021

giles14:
this is pure definition of SEXY.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:05pm On Jul 16, 2021

#NAF SOF
#PANTHERS

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:04pm On Jul 16, 2021

NewDelhi:
A whole General and a Director in the Defence HQ was assassinated yesterday in Abaji yet Abaji and all of Abuja is cool and calm today.

No mass arrests, no checkpoints, no commuters raising their hands to walk, there's no invasions by the military.

But God knows that if this man happened to be killed in say Abagana, by now the whole of the South East would have been on lockdown by the military.
Most communities have suffered worse just for ordinary korofo.

Which way Naija?

*Copied

Dude take it easy, General or No General. You want mass arrest undecided

Trust the Army intelligence they'll get to the root and find the killers.
Only one Rtd Gen I know of , that the killers have not been caught till date.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:24pm On Jul 16, 2021

MAJOR GENERAL HUSSEIN AHMED LAID TO REST

The remains of the former Provost Marshal of the Nigerian Army, late Major General Huseini Ahmed has been laid to rest at Guards Brigade Cemetery Abuja. Late Major General Huseini Ahmed was killed on 15 July 2021 by unknown gunmen while travelling on Lokaja -Abuja road.

In his remarks during the funeral rites, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya described the late senior officer as an articulate, dedicated, loyal and highly professional officer in the discharge of his duties.
He eulougise the senior officer for his sterling qualities and immeasurable contributions to the Nigerian Army while he was alive.

Major General Ahmed was born on 16 February 1968 in Maiduguri. He hails from Maiduguri Local Government Area of Borno State. He attended Yelwa Comprehensive Secondary School Makurdi, where he obtained his Senior Secondary School Certificate of Education. He gained admission into the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in 1988 and was granted Regular Combatant Commission on 25 September 1993 as a member of 40 Regular Course in the rank of Second Lieutenant. He was of the Military Police Corps and rose to the rank of Major General before his unfortunate demise.

Late Major General Ahmed held a Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science and Defence Studies, as well as a Master Degree in Strategic Studies from the Nigerian Defence Academy. He was one time the Provost Marshal of the Nigerian Army and until his death he was the Director Veteran Affairs at the Army Headquarters, Abuja.

The late senior officer attended several courses including Young Officers' Course Infantry, both Junior and Senior Staff Courses at the prestigious Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji and National Defence College among others.

In recognition of his meritorious services to the nation, late Major General Huseini Ahmed was honoured with several awards and medals including the Forces Service Star, Meritorious Service Star, Distinguished Service Star, Field Command Medal and Fellow Defence College among others.

The burial ceremony had in attendance, the Chief of Defence Staff , General LEO Irabor, the Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Faruk Yahaya, representatives of other Service Chiefs, representatives of the Inspector General of Police, Chief of Defence Intelligence, Heads of Security Agencies, Principal Staff Officers from Defence and Services Headquarters, Field Commanders, Senior Officers both serving and retired, members of the Nigerian Army Officers Wives Association, the deceased senior officers immediate family members, friends and sympathisers among others.

ONYEMA NWACHUKWU
Brigadier General
Director Army Public Relations
16 July 2021

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 1:16pm On Jul 16, 2021

When are these babies set to arrive.

The CH4 and CAIG Wing Loong II are almost the same if they are painted with the same colours.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by bidexiii: 12:57pm On Jul 16, 2021

kabe1:
South African army brought out the big guns to quell looters.

Oboy ...... grin

That's the only language hoodlums understand.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by bidexiii: 12:22pm On Jul 16, 2021

kabe1:
Close up shots of new Russian single engine 5th generation fighter.

I would think the Nigerian Air Force would be very interested in this aircraft.

I love the fact that's it's a single jet engine, nice concept. Now the F35 will have a competitor now .

The NAF should start considering this aircraft

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Technical Discussions On International Military Equipments Doctrines Tactics Etc by bidexiii: 11:25am On Jul 16, 2021

bidexiii:
More close up photos

Model pics

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Technical Discussions On International Military Equipments Doctrines Tactics Etc by bidexiii: 11:22am On Jul 16, 2021

bidexiii:
SAY HELLO

First look of Russia's new single-engine stealth fighter aircraft captured prior to its debut. The light-weight fighter jet is scheduled to be unveiled during MAKS-2021 air show.

More close up photos

Foreign Affairs › Re: Technical Discussions On International Military Equipments Doctrines Tactics Etc by bidexiii: 9:15am On Jul 16, 2021

SAY HELLO

First look of Russia's new single-engine stealth fighter aircraft captured prior to its debut. The light-weight fighter jet is scheduled to be unveiled during MAKS-2021 air show.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:24am On Jul 16, 2021

NA SNIPER

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:03am On Jul 16, 2021

DubaiLandLord:
Major General Hassan Ahmed, former Provost Marshal of the Nigerian Army, has been assassinated in Abuja.

He was murdered Thursday night in the Abaji area. The assailants also kidnapped his wife.

A source close to the family told DAILY POST that the couple were coming from Okene when they were attacked.

“They opened fire on his vehicle, he died. The driver pretended to be dead from the wound he sustained, so they took the wife away”, the informant said.

The Chief of Army Staff, Faruk Yahaya recently appointed Ahmed a Director at the Army Headquarters in Abuja.

https://dailypost.ng/2021/07/15/nigerian-army-general-hassan-ahmed-murdered-in-abuja-wife-abducted/

If Nigeria is a sane country, GMB would have resign a long time ago.

R.I.P. Sir embarassed

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 10:20pm On Jul 15, 2021

#NN

Nigerian Navy Seaward Defence Boat III (SDB) enters the advanced stages of construction.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:57pm On Jul 15, 2021

SamuelAnyawu:
But What change will this Super Tucano bring in this terrain. What are the advantages over the normal jets NAF have been using in this combat.

Alot mate

In terms of numbers with the Jf17, that means our ground troops would get regular close in air support when ever they need it, regardless of been day or night with precision munitions that would send the fear of God into this miscreants.
Now on the super Tucanos itself:
The A-29 Super Tucano is the most reliable and cost-effective solution for basic and advanced flight and combat training, close air support operations, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), armed over-watch, counterinsurgency and irregular warfare scenarios.
If properly put into use together with the incoming drones, that means there would be no hiding place for terrorist in the North East.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:37pm On Jul 15, 2021

NIGERIAN ARMY PARTNERS ITALIAN MILITARY ON MANPOWER DEVELOPMENT

The Italian Defence General Staff Policy and Planning Deputy Division Head, Major General Massimo Biagini has sought to promote a collaboration between the Italian military and the Nigerian Army particularly in the area of military courses and manpower development. This was made known today Thursday 15 July 2021 when he paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya at the Army Headquarters, Abuja .

The Italian Defence Chief disclosed that he was at the Army Headquarters to seek collaboration in the area of training and support towards tackling security challenges bedeviling the country. He maintained that the military of both countries had shared some commonalities, such as training of personnel in staff courses. He added that both military needed to take the relationship to a higher pedestal.

Responding, the COAS, Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya represented by the Chief of Policy and Plans (COPP) Army, Major General Anthony Omozoje, noted that several NA personnel have benefited immensely from the Italian military, in the area of training and man power development. He said the NA will continue to partner with military institutions and other stakeholders, in the unrelenting effort to totally defeat insurgency and other security challenges confronting the nation.

Highlights of the event were signing of visitors' register, exchange of souvenirs and group photograph.

ONYEMA NWACHUKWU
Brigadier General
Director Army Public Relations
15 July 2021

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:41pm On Jul 15, 2021

Odunayaw:
They won't all have it na. All 12 wouldn't be pressed into combat at the same time no?

I'm so glad this is a reality. Since 2014! The southies so trolled us that year, hearing Tu not even Tucano used to make me hiss in defeat

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:41pm On Jul 15, 2021

Whyem15:
Non-Major Defense Equipment (MDE): This request also includes the following Non-MDE: Twelve (12) A-29 Super Tucano aircraft, seven (7) AN/AAQ-22F Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Sensor and Laser Designators, Initial Spares, Readiness Spares Package, Consumables, Support Equipment, Technical Data, Repair and Return Start Printed Page 40759Support, Facilities infrastructure and hangar construction, Night Vision Devices (NVDs), Contract Logistics Services (CLS), Contractor Provided Familiarization and Training, USG Manpower and Services, Field Service Representatives, Training Services (pilot training, USAF training, early A-29 training, flight leader upgrade training, travel and living allowance, maintenance training, specialized training, computer-based training, night vision device training, human rights and international humanitarian law, and munitions training), Training Simulators, Air Worthiness Support, Forward Operating Base Facilities, Forward Operating Location Support, Ferrying, and Non-recurring Engineering. Additionally, all aircraft will include weapons software to support forward looking infrared sensors (FLIRs), ancillary system

Thanks @whyem15, you guys are on top of the game wink

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:26pm On Jul 15, 2021

Whyem15:
But then, 7 of the tucanos are coming with this;
AN/AAQ-22F Brite Star Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Multi-Sensor Targeting System developed by FLIR. The system is a five field-of-view (FOV) large format thermal imager, three FOV color daylight camera with laser designator for terminal guidance of LGBs and IR-guided rockets.

Weapons experts please help.

Am just hearing this please ?
Only 7 of them are coming with optical/infrared targeting system huh

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:12pm On Jul 15, 2021

Whyem15:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):

One hundred (100) GBU-12 (500lb) Paveway II (PW-II) Tailkits

One hundred (100) GBU-58 (250lb) PW-II Tailkits

Four hundred (400) Laser Guided Rockets including Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS)

Two thousand (2,000) MK-81 (250lb) bombs

Five thousand (5,000) 2.75 inch Hydra 70 Unguided Rockets (70mm rockets)

One thousand (1,000) 2.75 inch Hydra 70 Unguided Rockets (practice)

Twenty thousand (20,000) Rounds, .50 Caliber Machine Gun Ammo

Does this mean only 400 of the 5000 rockets will be laser guided?

I think this is just the first munition procurement that comes with the aircraft, subsequent procurement would be done has time goes on. Although am a little bit disappointed in the initial purchase of munitions for the Tucanos.
We need more of the precision guided munitions for these boko's, we have to send a strong message out there has soon as these birds starts flying.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 5:47pm On Jul 15, 2021

Roan77:
Some people will not have a sound sleep tonight.
Heavy chest pains for them this night.
God is good.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by bidexiii: 5:24pm On Jul 15, 2021

bidexiii:
Military releases 1,009 ex-Boko Haram fighters to Borno govt

https://punchng.com/military-releases-1009-ex-boko-haram-fighters-to-borno/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1626327812

REPORTS ON RELEASE OF BOKO HARAM FIGHTERS IN BORNO FALSE

The Nigerian Army (NA) has been notified of a media publication alleging that the NA has handed over 1009 Ex-Boko Haram fighters to Borno State government. The report also alleged that the event was shrouded in secrecy. This report, is obviously one of those attempts to dampen troops' morale and denegrate the NA, riding on the back of unsubstantiated report and misinformation.

While the NA would not want to join issues with the masterminds of this false narrative, it is important to set the records straight.

It is an indisputable fact that the ongoing Counter Terrorism Counter Insurgency Operations (CTCOIN) in the North East has led to the arrest of several terrorism/insurgency suspects. These suspects have been held in custody, while undergoing profiling and further investigations by experts from the Joint Investigation Centre (JIC) and those who are found culpable are usually handed over to prosecuting agencies accordingly, while those who are not implicated in terrorism and insurgency are cleared and released to the state government for rehabilitation before they are reintegrated into the society. These cleared suspects are therefore not ex Boko Haram fighters, as peddled in the said online report and as the masterminds would want to impress on the public. A total of 1009 cleared suspects, not ex fighters, were therefore released after this rigorous process on Wednesday 14 July 2021. It is also necessary to categorically state that the handing over of the cleared suspects was not shrouded in secrecy as it was witnessed by United Nations Humanitarian and government agencies, in tandem with global best practice.

The NA therefore urges the general public to discountenance this misinformation, as it is evidently a manipulation and distortion of the truth and reality of the event.

ONYEMA NWACHUKWU
Brigadier General
Director Army Public Relations
15 July 2021

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 5:09pm On Jul 15, 2021

[/b]Guys on my Facebook wall it's all news about the super tucano, even Sahara Reporters are not left out about the good news[b]

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 4:14pm On Jul 15, 2021

Covert1:
That is eh!

Even the intelligence guys dey wonder

I swear !

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 4:13pm On Jul 15, 2021

Covert1:
[/b]This is really good news. Haters can go jump in the River Niger we no care. It has happened.[b]

"I can guess Biden don't even know this is happening with his brain on freeze most of the day cos that guy and his condescending mindset of Africa and Nigeria in particular when you hear him talk is very appalling"

Gentlemen and Patriots let's celebrate! Our enemies soon won't know what hit them.

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