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Just In: President Muhammadu Buhari meets with Newly Appointed Service Chiefs in State House on 27th Jan 2021

President Buhari with Rear Admiral A.Z Gambo, Chief of Naval Staff; Major-General Leo Irabor, Chief of Defence Staff; Major-General I. Attahiru, Chief of Army Staff and Air-Vice Marshal I.O Amao, Chief of Air Staff as he meets with Newly Appointed Service Chiefs in State House on 27th Jan 2021.

UPDATE: Troops of Operation TURA TAKAIBANGO yesterday Monday killed 8 insurgents in their enclaves at Chindila town in Yobe State & Mayankari town in Borno state. Troops also recovered 6 AK 47 riffles plus ammunition.

Profile Of Air Vice Marshal Isiaka Amao The New Chief Of Air Staff

AVM Amao was the Chairman of the Nigerian Air Force 53rd Anniversary Celebration Committee in 2017.

He was formerly the Deputy Theatre Commander OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE and later redeployed as the Director of Policy at HQ NAF.

He was in January 2020 appointed as the Chief of Policy and Plans (COPP).

Air Vice Marshal Isiaka Oladayo Amao was born on 14 Sep 65 at Enugu. He hails from Oshogbo LGA of Osun State. He attended the following academic schools: Nuhu Bamali Pry School Kaduna from 1971 - 77, Command Secondary School Kakuri Kaduna from 1977 – 82, Federal College of Freshwater and Fisheries Technology (FCFFT) New Bussa from 1994 – 96, University of Madras India from 2002 – 2003, Kaduna Polytechnic from 2005 – 2006 and National Defence University China from 2012 – 2013.

He enlisted into the Nigerian Air Force on 19 Jan 1984 as a member of 35 NDA Regular Course and was commissioned as Pilot Officer on 20 Dec 86. He started his Primary Flying Training at 301 Flying Training School (FTS) Kaduna from 1987 – 1989, did the Basic Flying Training at 303 FTS Kano from 1990 – 92 and Tactical Fighter Training at 99 Air Combat Training Group (99 ACTG) Kainji from 1993 – 99. Thereafter, went for Instructor Pilot Course at 301 FTS Kaduna from 2004 – 2005.

The senior officer had served in following NAF Units: 99 ACTG Kainji as Trainee/Sqn Pilot from 1993 – 2004, 301 FTS Kaduna as Instructor Pilot/Sqn Pilot from 2004 – 2007, HQ NAF Abuja as Air Assistance to Chief of Air Staff from Sep 08 – May 10, Nigerian High Commission London as Deputy Defence Adviser from May 10 – Aug 12 and Ag Defence Adviser from Nov 11 – Feb 12, Defence Headquarter as Assistance Director of operation from Aug 2013 – Jan 14, 99 ACTG as Commander from 25 Jan 14 – 20 Jan 15, 75 Strike Group (75 STG) as Commander from 20 Jan 15 – 16 Feb 16, Air Component Commander of operation ZAMAN LAFIYA / LAFIYA DOLE (North East operation) from 13 Feb 15 – 16 Feb 16, doubled as Acting Deputy Theater Commander (Air Ops) for operation LAFIYA DOLE from 4 Jan 16 – 16 Feb 16, Director of Policy (DOPOL) at HQ NAF, Abuja from 16 Feb – May 27 and Director of Operations (DOO) at HQ NAF, Abuja from 27 May – 6 Sep 16, Director of Training (DOT) at HQ NAF, Abuja from 6 Sep 16 – 22 Dec 16 and Director of Operations (DOO) at HQ NAF from 22 Dec 16 – 29 Jan 18. He is presently the Air Officer Commanding Tactical Air Command (TAC).

He is a fighter pilot and has participated in various operations such as: Draw Down of AFISMA operation in Mali from Aug 2013 – Jan 14, operation ZAMAN LAFIYA from 20 Feb – 19 Jul 15 and operation LAFIYA DOLE (North East operations) from 19 Jul 15 – 16 Feb 16. His decorations include: Forces Service Star (FSS), Meritorious Service Star (MSS), Distinguished Service Star (DSS), General Service Medal (GSM), River Benue Star (RBS), Passed Staff College (psc) and Fellow National Defence University (FNDU) China.

The senior officer has attended several military courses which include: Junior Division Course at Armed Forces Command Staff College (AFCSC) Jaji from Jun – Dec 1986, Senior Division Course at Defence Services Staff College India from 2002 – 2003, Defence Course at National Defence University China from 2012 – 2013, Aircraft Accident Investigation in Civil Airline at NCAT Zaria and Aircraft Accident Investigation Course at Karachi, Pakistan.

He has the following academic qualification: MSc in Defence and Strategic Studies from University of Madras, India, Master of Military Science and Strategy (MMSc) and Advance Diploma in Defence and Strategy Studies from NDU China, Post Graduate Diploma in International Relations and Diplomacy from Kaduna Polytechnic, National Diploma in Freshwater and Fisheries Technology from FCFFT New Bussa and Nigerian Defence Academy Certificate of Education.

AVM Amao is happily married to Mrs Elizabeth Olubunmi Amao and they are blessed with 3 lovely boys. His Hobbies include: reading, dancing, travelling, playing volley ball and golf as well as fish farming.

QuietMynd:
I will prefer him as coas

Abii now !

Whyem15:
Well, the new CAS is coming in at a time when Airforce is more powerful than ever before, with several capabilities being inducted and more to come in some month's time. If he doesn't perform better than S.B Abubakar, he will be a greater failure than any we've ever known.

I'm actually very optimistic he will perform, he flew alpha jets against bokoharam. And has been heading the Air component of the counter insurgency operations. The only problem is that there is a lot of pressure on these guys already. The expectation is too much at a time when there is crisis in almost all parts of the country. This here is Buratai's nemesis, he was unfortunate to be the COAS at a time the military was battling insurgents and criminals on several fronts. He added the responsibility of the IGP to his and to be frank, I believe he did better than many of his predecessors would have done if they were to be in his shoes. And

Well said mate !

NafeesaAA:
Sophisticated US military drone ‘crash lands’ near Agadez.

Have seen these picture on twitter.
Trust me the Chinese will be on there tail to buy this hardware at any amount

I pray that Major-General I. Attahiru performs well, when he was the theatre commander operation lafiya dole in 2017 he didn't last long, due to his bad performance.
Taking on the mantle of the NA when there is a lot of security challenges across the country his not an easy job. I pray that Maj Gen Leo Irabor uses his experience has a former theatre commander to tackle insurgency in the North East.
Best of luck to the incoming chiefs !
https://www.thecable.ng/army-removes-operation-lafiya-dole-theatre-commander/amp

bidexiii:
Names and faces: Buhari's new security chiefs
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The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) has appointed new service chiefs.

See their names below:

1. Chief of Defence Staff: Major-General Leo Irabor

2. Chief of Army Staff: Major-General I. Attahiru

3. Chief of Naval Staff: Rear Admiral A.Z Gambo

4. Chief of Air Staff: Air-Vice Marshal Isiaka Oladayo Amao

Honestly I'll miss the outgoing CAS: I doubt if the incoming CAS can beat his records

Names and faces: Buhari's new security chiefs
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The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) has appointed new service chiefs.

See their names below:

1. Chief of Defence Staff: Major-General Leo Irabor

2. Chief of Army Staff: Major-General I. Attahiru

3. Chief of Naval Staff: Rear Admiral A.Z Gambo

4. Chief of Air Staff: Air-Vice Marshal Isiaka Oladayo Amao

#NA
#CION

Pictures of pro-government/anti-ISIS Bedouin militias in North Sinai, including IED discoveries that they purportedly made.
Since the IEDs aren't rigged to detonate, it mightbe a cache.

SamuelAnyawu:
My Southeastern Brothers avoid war Bikonu.

War is sweet and the initial stage, but later on....

The Kanuri's can testify.

I have met several Kanuri's who were businessmen now begging for a cup of rice in a tent here.... Hmmmmm

[/b]Make them no disturb my Owerri. I wan Party with IMSU girls for the new Cubana Chief priest Xhrine Club [b]

You go like woman

#NAF

#caption of the day

cutievik:
Keeps telling me content not found.

They've removed it !

bidexiii:
PRESS RELEASE

OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE: MORE BOKO HARAM CRIMINALS ELIMINATED BY TROOPS OF 402 SPECIAL FORCES BRIGADE OPERATION TURA TAKAIBANGO CAPTURE ARMS AND AMMUNITION IN BORNO STATE.

1. Troops of Operation TURA TAKAIBANGO a subsidiary Operation of Operation LAFIYA DOLE in the North East continue to obliterate elements of Boko Haram/Islamic State's West Africa Province criminals with uncommon ferocity as they overrun *Abbagajiri and Dusula* towns in Damboa. Latest encounter with the marauding Boko Haram criminals occurred by 0835hrs on 20 January 2021 at Abbagajiri in Damboa LGA of Borno State where the Gallant troops identified and encycled some Boko Haram criminals enclaves. The troops of 402 Special Forces Task Force Brigade led by the Commander engaged them with superior fire power resulting in high casualty on the terrorists. In the aftermath of the decisive encounter, 5 Boko Haram Terrorists were neutralized while few others are believed to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Equipment captured from the criminals include; one Pulemyot Kalashnikova Tankovyy(PKT) Gun, 3 AK 47 Rifles, 4 extra AK 47 Rifle magazines and a Vulcanizing Machine. Other items captured and destroyed includes food stuffs, some Improvised Explosive Device (IED) making materials including the criminals' hideouts and clothings among others.

2. The renewed onslaught against the remnants of Boko Haram/Islamic State's West Africa Province criminals by the dogged troops of Operation TURA TAKAIBANGO is indicative of the end of all criminal elements within the North East.

3. The troops of Operation TURA TAKAIBANGO are highly commended for their dedication and determination in flushing out remnants of the terrorists from their hideouts. They are also encouraged not to relent but build on the successes recorded.

4. The entire populace of the North East region are hereby assured of the Nigerian Army's renewed vigour and determination to crush the remnants of Boko Haram/Islamic State's West Africa Province criminals from their enclaves in this zone.

5. You are kindly requested to disseminate this information to the general public through your medium with attached photographs for awareness. Thank you for your usual cooperation.

BENARD ONYEUKO
Brigadier General
Acting Director
Defence Media Operations
22 January 2021

Nice video clip



https://www.facebook.com/MilitainmentT/videos/1138055076629571/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZMg-TRw2T4

PRESS RELEASE

OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE: MORE BOKO HARAM CRIMINALS ELIMINATED BY TROOPS OF 402 SPECIAL FORCES BRIGADE OPERATION TURA TAKAIBANGO CAPTURE ARMS AND AMMUNITION IN BORNO STATE.

1. Troops of Operation TURA TAKAIBANGO a subsidiary Operation of Operation LAFIYA DOLE in the North East continue to obliterate elements of Boko Haram/Islamic State's West Africa Province criminals with uncommon ferocity as they overrun *Abbagajiri and Dusula* towns in Damboa. Latest encounter with the marauding Boko Haram criminals occurred by 0835hrs on 20 January 2021 at Abbagajiri in Damboa LGA of Borno State where the Gallant troops identified and encycled some Boko Haram criminals enclaves. The troops of 402 Special Forces Task Force Brigade led by the Commander engaged them with superior fire power resulting in high casualty on the terrorists. In the aftermath of the decisive encounter, 5 Boko Haram Terrorists were neutralized while few others are believed to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Equipment captured from the criminals include; one Pulemyot Kalashnikova Tankovyy(PKT) Gun, 3 AK 47 Rifles, 4 extra AK 47 Rifle magazines and a Vulcanizing Machine. Other items captured and destroyed includes food stuffs, some Improvised Explosive Device (IED) making materials including the criminals' hideouts and clothings among others.

2. The renewed onslaught against the remnants of Boko Haram/Islamic State's West Africa Province criminals by the dogged troops of Operation TURA TAKAIBANGO is indicative of the end of all criminal elements within the North East.

3. The troops of Operation TURA TAKAIBANGO are highly commended for their dedication and determination in flushing out remnants of the terrorists from their hideouts. They are also encouraged not to relent but build on the successes recorded.

4. The entire populace of the North East region are hereby assured of the Nigerian Army's renewed vigour and determination to crush the remnants of Boko Haram/Islamic State's West Africa Province criminals from their enclaves in this zone.

5. You are kindly requested to disseminate this information to the general public through your medium with attached photographs for awareness. Thank you for your usual cooperation.

BENARD ONYEUKO
Brigadier General
Acting Director
Defence Media Operations
22 January 2021

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kabe1:
MI-24V is a Ukrainian export version of the MI-35.

Main differences are

MI-24V has a chin mounted quad-barrel 12.7mm main gun.

MI-35P has a dual barrel side mounted 30mm gun.

Nigeria has all 3 variants of the MI-35 attack helicopter

Thanks for making this clarifications

MINISTER OF INFORMATION COMMENDS NAF AS NAFIL, PAPEL IMAGE TECH PREMIERE THE MOVIE, “EAGLE WINGS” IN ABUJA

The Honourable Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has commended the untiring efforts of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) under the leadership of the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, for utilizing the media space to enlighten citizens and other stakeholders about the tremendous contributions of the NAF to both internal security and off-shore Air Power projections in support of Nigeria’s national interests. The Honourable Minister also applauded the NAF Investments Limited (NAFIL) and Papel Image Tech for the conceptualization and making of the movie “Eagle Wings” with a great storyline that reflects the reality in the NAF and the undying determination to succeed in the defence of Nigeria and Nigerians. The Honourable Minister made the commendations yesterday, 19 January 2021, at the glamorous Private Premiere of the epic motion picture “Eagle Wings”, which took place at the NAF Officers’ Mess and Suites, Kado, Abuja.

Speaking further at the colourful ceremony, which attracted some Government functionaries as well as the crème de la crème of the Nigerian film industry, Alhaji Lai Mohammed noted that the movie vividly portrays how the NAF optimally leverages air capabilities and humanitarian efforts, with the available resources and manpower, to win the hearts and minds in the overall national strategic approach to attaining victory in the war against terrorism and insurgency. He described the movie as the best film he has ever watched. “I am highly impressed with the quality of production and the professional way in which the actors played their roles. I must say, that ‘Eagle Wings’ has undoubtedly set a new standard for Nollywood, and would also project the image of the NAF far beyond the shores of our great Nation, further boosting Nigeria’s international prestige”, he said.

While congratulating the NAF and other stakeholders for the giant stride and for being part of history to witness the unveiling of the first Motion Picture of its kind in West Africa as a whole and Nigeria in particular, the Honourable Minister stated that the NAF's positive engagement of media to promote public enlightenment has received national, continental and global accolades over the years and especially in past 2 years. He said, with the movie and other significant landmark achievements, the unrelenting drive to reposition the Service as a leading Air Force on the continent was already yielding results. Alhaji Mohammed urged all Nigerians to continue to imbibe the requisite values and keenly exploit every medium that would help to foster unity in the Country. He also enjoined Nigerians to embrace the culture of supporting the Armed Forces in fighting criminality in the Country and appreciate the sacrifices made by members of the Armed Forces. According to him, “I therefore enjoin us all to make use of this movie as a tool for creating awareness in the public about the critical roles of the Armed Forces in national security and nation building”.

In his opening remarks, the CAS, stated that the idea of producing the “Eagle Wings” motion picture was given consideration to avail the Nigerian public, in particular, and indeed, the world, as a whole, with a fresh perspective to better appreciate the immeasurable sacrifices of officers, airmen/airwomen and their families, towards bringing peace and security to the Country. The motion picture, the CAS noted, employs world-class cinematography to present a moving story which captures the crucial roles and efforts of the NAF in the ongoing counter insurgency operations in the North East. Air Marshal Abubakar disclosed that it has always been his desire to see the Service break new frontiers that would not only place the Service on the pedestal of landmark achievements but also set the pace for others to emulate the NAF's collective efforts at securing the Nation.

Air Marshal Abubakar emphasized that the Premiere event offered the opportunity to celebrate one of such achievements aimed at projecting the operational capacity of the NAF, both kinetic and otherwise, as well as the gains in the in the ongoing fight against insurgency. The movie, he said, highlights the efficacy of the NAF’s efforts beyond bombs and bullets, to win the hearts and minds of people in troubled areas. The CAS commended the collaboration of NAFIL and Messrs Papel Image Tech, as well as the tireless efforts of the NAF Director of Public Relations and Information and the NAF Advisory Committee to bring the amazing story to the big screen. The CAS therefore encouraged NAFIL and Messrs Papel Image Tech to ensure sustainability of the commendable effot by producing more movies that depict other aspects of contributions of the NAF, and indeed the Armed Forces of Nigeria as a whole, to national security. This, he said, would go a long way to educate the Nigerian public and enlighten the global community, while chronicling the success stories of NAF gallant troops, in order to forestall gaps in history.

The CAS noted further that the continued collaboration would further raise the unprecedented standards of professionalism demonstrated in the making of the movie, “Eagle Wings”, which would greatly benefit the Nigerian Movie Industry. “Be rest assured that Headquarters NAF will continue to give all necessary support to NAFIL to achieve the desired objectives in its numerous lofty projects”, he said. The CAS expressed the heartfelt gratitude of officers, airmen, airwomen and civilian staff to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Muhammadu Buhari, for his unwavering and relentless support to the Service. He also appreciated members of the National Assembly, especially the Senate and House Committees on Air Force, for their unwavering commitment to equip the Service with the wherewithal to fulfil its constitutional roles.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Chairman NAFIL Board of Directors, Air Vice Marshal Clement Ogbeche, noted that the actualization of the movie “Eagle Wings” Project bears eloquent testimony to the faith that the current leadership of the NAF has in the ability of fellow countrymen to achieve great heights if the enabling environment is provided. Speaking further, AVM Ogbeche stated that the Project also espoused the zeal to build local capacity across several core competencies in the NAF. He said the drive for robust human capacity development by the current NAF leadership has brought about the enactment of numerous Memoranda of Understanding for strategic partnerships with notable higher educational institutions and key stakeholders across relevant fields. According to him, the NAF is generating and consolidating unprecedented capabilities in such areas as Combat and Combat Support Operations, Aeronautics, Surveillance and Geospatial Technologies, amongst others.

Highlight of the event was the presentation, unveiling and actual screening of the “Eagle Wings” Motion Picture, which was coordinated by the Managing Director NAFIL, AVM Uchechi Nwagwu, and heralded by rave reviews from all those present. There was also presentation of commemorative plaques to the Guest of Honour and the CAS as well as former Chiefs of Defence and Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Oluseyi Petinrin and AVM Femi John Femi (retired), who had characters in the movie named after them. Other dignitaries that graced the unveiling of the epic movie were the Minister of Special Duties, Senator George Akume, Representatives of Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs, Branch Chiefs from the Defence and NAF Headquarters, Air Officers Commanding, National President, Nigerian Air Force Officers’ Wives Association, Hajiya Hafsat Abubakar, film industry key stakeholders as well as cast and crew of the motion picture and retired senior officers, amongst others.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Vice Marshal
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force
20 January 2021

SamuelAnyawu:
This is regular in Southeastern Nigeria. In my University days once the police stops to search us. [/b]We'll put our hands inside our pockets to turn it out immediately in their presence to avoid stories as far back as 2004.[b]

May God Continually punish Awkuzu SARS we see Shege for their hand.

#NN

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Our attention has been drawn to the inclusion of some erroneous pictures amongst those posted earlier on the terrorists’ gun trucks & other vehicles destroyed by the Air Task Force of Operation LAFIYA DOLE (ATF OPLD) at Marte on 15/16 January 2021.
On further investigation, it has been discovered that the pictures sent from the OPLD Theatre inadvertently included a few pictures from other encounters with terrorist elements. The error is highly regretted.
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) wishes to state that the inclusion of the pictures was not deliberate & does not take anything away from the huge success of the air operation that dealt a decisive blow on the terrorists as shown in the widely circulated video.
Most of the pictures earlier circulated were indeed from the recent successful air strikes at Marte. The few erroneous pictures have now been expunged & all pictures here are those from the “Battle of Marte”. Thank you for your understanding and continued support for the NAF .

OFF TOPIC



Sometimes you wonder why would a soldier betray is country and his fellow brothers in Arm's way ?



U.S. Army Soldier Arrested For Attempting To Help ISIS Conduct Deadly Ambush On U.S. Troops

ADIC Sweeney: "Bridges could have chosen a life of honorable service, but instead he traded it for the possibility of a lengthy prison sentence."



Full statement: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/us-army-soldier-arrested-attempting-assist-isis-conduct-deadly-ambush-us-troops

#NAF
#C130

#COIN

Raaven:
last algerian army exercise yesterday . near moroccan borders


start the video from 01:05


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6-IEqYrfz4

from 05:30 to the end . blitz MBT attack

I enjoyed the video, especially the T90.
I whiched we went for this beasty.

Lurker4Long:
Is that a Truvelo rifle I see? Can't be. Kabe said South Africans only make armoured vehicles. Kabe also said Nigeria won't buy from SA.

NASA for you......

We dey help una struggling arms industry, naa problem to help person noe !
Dude don't make me regret posting the pictures