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The NA SF 212 Btl on Tuesday, December 29, killed about three Boko Haram terrorists in Tunkushe village, Borno State.

remi1444:
Why do I find those AK-47 203 in the fourth picture beautiful ?
I can't wait to handle one of those.

Hmmmmm ..... ?
That means you don't mind the North east theatre !

I love this desert warriors !
They will always move around with enough pea-nuts

Toju200:
We lost at least 3-4 soilders after their vehicle ran into an ied
Jeez the vehicle was in pieces

Toyota hilux war
When will this end.

#CION
#SOF

God be with you guys !

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PHOTO NEWS: INDUCTION OF MI-171E HELICOPTER INTO NAF INVENTORY

In case you missed it, here are pictures from the VIRTUAL induction ceremony of newly acquired Mi-171E Helicopter by the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, which took place on 24 December 2020 at the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base, Kaduna.

The event, which also featured the handover of an L-39ZA aircraft, recently reactivated through in-Country maintenance, also had Honourable Minister of Defence (HMOD), Major General Bashir Magashi (rtd); the Chief of Defence Staff, General Abayomi Olonisakin; and the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, as well as other dignitaries in attendance.

BURATAI CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS WITH NIGERIAN TROOPS IN BUNI YADI, YOBE STATE.

The Chief of army staff, Lt.General Tukur Yusuf Buratai, today Friday celebrated 2020 Christmas with the Nigerian troops at the Nigerian Army special forces school Buni Yadi of Gujba Local Government Area.

The special guest of honour, His Excellency the Executive Governor of Yobe state Hon. Mai Mala Buni ( Chiroman Gujba) appreciated the effort of president Mohammad Buhari for supporting the Armed forces and providing sound and purposeful leadership to the country.

The Governor, represented by his Deputy Hon. Idi Barde Gubana ( wazirin Fune) while congratulating them on the Merry Christmas and prosperous new year in advance, assured to continues support and that of the good people of the state in their effort to defeat Boko Haram insurgency and restore total peace to the state in particular and North East in general

Buni equally urged the Nigerian army to speedily put a total end to the menace and continues prayer for peace.

Earlier the Chief of army staff, Lt. Gen. Yusuf Tukur Buratai, said he decided to celebrate the 2020 Christmas with the troops to boost their morale and encourage them end the war, while congratulating them he appealed to them to conduct themselves professionally at the warfront by changing their strategies hence the enemies were also changing their style of attack.

According to Buratai he celebrated Christmas with troops in Yadi to attest to the success so far recorded in the carrying counter insurgency operations in the Area.

Lt, Gen. Buratai also said the celebration demonstrated the resilience of the Nigerian Army in the operations.

He assured to provide enabling environment and welfare of Army, as federal government launched housing scheme for the next of kin of the departed gallant.

Appealed to general public to report any suspicious movement as Boko Haram sponsors are living within the communities.

Hussaini Mai Suleh.
Press Secretary to H E
Hon. Idi Barde Gubana ( Wazirin Fune)
Deputy Governor, Yobe.

kabe1:
Raaven

Chkil

I wonder how the SU-57 stacks up against the F-35 and F-22?

In sheer numbers the F-35 is better.

It's difficult to say what the avionics suite can do for the SU-57 as most of that information is classified.

Even the SU-57 multi function display is classified.

So, what's your opinion

For me the the SU-57 is a dangerous aircraft like the F35 and F22 but it lags behind in stealth factor which is a very important factor in a 5th gen aircraft.
But in other factors the SU57 will compete well in terms of dog fight, aerobatics, BVRM, avionics, aircraft engine and air superiority. Noe considering how cheap the SU57 his and formidable it his, I'll go to it !
We can't can't tell too much about most stuffs on both aircraft has most technology, especially avionics are classified.


https://aviatia.net/f-35-lightning-ii-vs-sukhoi-pak-fa/

It takes a great amount of courage and sacrifice to do what our soldiers do.
Leaving family and loved ones behind for years is not easy, some will never get to see there loved ones again. Gods protection and Thanks for your sacrifice.

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CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION: CAS FETES FRONTLINE NAF PERSONNEL IN MAIDUGURI, YOLA, KATSINA, CHARGES THEM TO REMAIN FOCUSED

In keeping with his tradition of celebrating festive seasons with Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel serving on the frontlines, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, has hosted luncheons to celebrate the Yuletide season with personnel of the Air Task Force (ATF), Operation LAFIYA DOLE (OPLD) in Maiduguri and Yola as well as NAF personnel serving in Katsina under the Defence Headquarters (DHQ)-led Operation HADARIN DAJI (OPHD). The Christmas Celebration Luncheons, which held today, 25 December 2020, at the various locations, in strict compliance with COVID-19 protocols, were aimed at appreciating the troops for their efforts and sacrifices whilst also alleviating the pains of their inability to celebrate the festivities with their immediate families.

Speaking during the Luncheon in Maiduguri, which had the Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, represented by his Deputy, Hon. Umar Kadafur, as the Special Guest of Honour, the CAS said such get-togethers help to foster comradeship while providing an avenue for the NAF to appreciate the efforts of all personnel involved in the counter insurgency operations. The CAS noted that the Christmas celebration was all about sacrifice, which NAF personnel, as military professionals, were demonstrating immeasurably to ensure the unity of Nigeria. In his words; “It is not easy to quantify your enormous contributions and sacrifices, part of which is your spending the Christmas in the theatre of operation, all in a bid to ensure peace and security in our dear Nation. As such, the NAF identifies with you all as displayed by our presence here today”, he said. He added that the NAF, being keenly aware of the enormous responsibility it bears in ensuring the indivisibility of the Country, has continued to vigorously train the requisite manpower to have capacity to operate all the sophisticated aircraft and equipment the Federal Government of Nigeria has provided for it.

Speaking further, Air Marshal Abubakar emphasized that Air Power, deployed using the platforms acquired in the last 5 years, in concert with the operations of sister Services, was instrumental in the uprooting of the Boko Haram Terrorists from their erstwhile Caliphate Headquarters in Gwoza as well as the recovery of other areas previously occupied by terrorists. Similarly, the CAS said Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) making workshops that used to be scattered all over Borno State as well as logistics and training camps had been neutralized, thus substantially degrading the Sect. He disclosed that the NAF has also continued to contribute its quota in various internal security operations across the country aimed at combating all forms of criminality. He said the Service has intensified its anti-banditry and other security operations across the country and would not relent in ensuring that the security of lives and properties of Nigerians is guaranteed. He assured that the procurement of additional platforms, such as the Super Tucano, JF-17 Thunder, and several versions of Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs) as well as other additional equipment, would undoubtedly be game changers for all NAF operations.

While commending the ATF Commander for his efforts at ensuring that personnel and units in the North-East remain undaunted and committed to the war efforts, Air Marshal Abubakar charged all personnel to continue to do the Service proud through their acts of gallantry and bravery whilst sustaining the tempo of operations with a view to ensuring that peace is restored to troubled communities in the North-East. He equally charged them not to allow themselves to be caught unawares. “I appreciate all your efforts, let us all continue to be vigilant while celebrating and ensure we maintain the highest level of combat readiness and alertness, to guarantee security during the festive period and beyond”, he added.

The CAS seized the opportunity to express the gratitude of the Service to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari, for providing required resources to the NAF to enable it perform its assigned duties. “We can only show our appreciation for the President’s support by remaining a disciplined force with the highest level of professionalism in all our activities”, he added. The CAS also appreciated the National Assembly, especially the Chairmen and members of the Senate and House Committees on the Air Force, for their continued support to the Service. He equally expressed gratitude to the Government and the good people of Borno State, for their support in providing the NAF with a conducive environment for its personnel to operate. He pledged that the NAF would continue to seek greater avenues towards ensuring a peaceful and secure environment where socio-economic activities would thrive for the common good of the people.

In his welcome address, the ATF Commander, Air Commodore Abubakar Abdulkadir, used the opportunity to appreciate the CAS for his continued commitment to the welfare and well-being of personnel of the ATF OPLD, explaining that the NAF Headquarters has continued to provide all necessary facilities to ensure that personnel are effective in the discharge of their duties. “We shall continue to reciprocate the good gestures by remaining focused and highly professional in the execution of assigned tasks," he said.

A similar Christmas Luncheon was held for personnel of the ATF OPLD serving in Yola. The event took place at NAF Base Yola where the CAS was represented by the the NAF Director of Operations, Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Ayoola Jolasinmi, and had the Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, represented by his Chief of Staff, Professor Maxwell Gidado, as the Special Guest of Honour. In his remarks, the Governor commended the ATF OPLD for its contributions towards ensuring a secured environment for the State Government to provide much needed services to its citizens. He commended the personnel for their immense sacrifices in the fight against insurgency as well as for protecting Nigeria’s territorial integrity. He said the Adamawa State Government, on its part, would continue to provide necessary support to the NAF, sister Services and other security agencies to enable them be effective in the discharge of their duties. The event, which was put together by the Commander 153 Base Services Group Yola, Air Commodore Muhammed Yusuf, also had other Adamawa State Government officials as well as senior officers from other security agencies in the State in attendance.

At the luncheon held for personnel of the Air Component of OPHD in Katsina, the CAS, who was represented by the Air Officer Commanding Special Operations Command (AOC SOC), AVM Charles Ohwo, observed that the excellent delivery of Air Power and maintenance of high levels of efficiency in combat service delivery while away from loved ones, reflected the AC OPHD’s adherence to the NAF’s core values of excellence and placing of service before self. He said the sustained air and ground operations under OPHD had ensured that the bandits and other criminal elements have no breathing space. He noted that their capacity to carry out attacks on innocent citizens had been curtailed thereby enabling farmers to return to their farms and ensuring law-abiding citizens can carry-out their normal activities without fear.

Speaking further, the CAS noted that, in the last 5 years, the NAF has made giant strides by inducting new platforms and reactivating grounded ones while giving priority attention to the training of its personnel. He noted that some of the newly acquired platforms, such as the Mi-171E, were already being employed extensively in the Northwest Theatre with very positive effects on operational tides in the battlespace. He therefore commended the AC OPHD and all NAF units in Katsina State for their various contributions to the overall effort. He especially lauded the personnel for their role and high level of professionalism in the operation that led to the rescue of the kidnapped Kankara School boys. He also expressed appreciation to the Katsina State Governor, Rt. Honourable Aminu Bello Masari and the good people of the State for their hospitality and support to the NAF. While restating the NAF’s commitment towards maintaining the prevailing peace in the Northwest region, he charged the troops to remain committed to the strategic goal of ensuring national security and development through dedication to service, loyalty to Nation and steadfast professionalism. He equally reminded them of the need to adhere strictly to COVID-19 protocols in order curb the spread of the virus, which he said, is in its second, more sinister wave.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Vice Marshal
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force
25 December 2020

SamuelAnyawu:
Merry Christmas from Deep Field.

Awesome Service today and Congrats to our Battalion CO who was promoted to the rank of a lt Colonel.

Merry Xmas to you .
How Xmas over there !

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OPERATION HADARIN DAJI: AIR COMPONENT NEUTRALIZES SCORES OF ARMED BANDITS IN KATSINA AND ZAMFARA STATES

1. The Air Component of Operation HADARIN DAJI has neutralized scores of armed bandits in separate operations conducted in Katsina and Zamfara States from 21 to 23 December 2020. The operations in Katsina State included an air strike executed on 22 December 2020 after intelligence reports indicated that a group of bandits, armed with high calibre weapons, had rustled some cattle and attacked commuters along the Batsari-Jibia Road. The bandits, who were reportedly retreating with the stolen livestock towards Garin Labo, were tracked and located by a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) attack helicopter, as they were heading towards Runka Forest. The helicopter unleashed heavy barrage of rocket fire on the bandits, killing no fewer than 21 of them, as later confirmed by Human Intelligence (HUMINT) sources.

2. In a similarly development, on same day, an attack helicopter on night armed reconnaissance mission over Tsambre Hill and Dunya Forest in Katsina State spotted another group of armed bandits in the Forest. The bandits were engaged by the helicopter leading to the neutralization of 17 of them while some escaped with gunshot wounds.

3. The operations in Zamfara State were conducted on 21 and 23 December 2020 sequel to credible HUMINT reports that led to the identification of the hideouts of bandits terrorizing communities in Konama District of Maru Local Government Area (LGA) in Zamfara State. The Air Component dispatched its attack helicopters to engage the bandits’ hideouts at Yan Uku, neutralizing several of them.

JOHN ENENCHE
Major General
Coordinator Defence Media Operations
Defence Headquarters
24 December 2020

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INDUCTION OF MI-171E HELICOPTER INTO NAF INVENTORY

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sadique Baba Abubakar, on behalf of officers, airmen/airwomen of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) wishes to inform the general public of the induction ceremony of newly acquired Mi-171E Helicopter which will take place on Thursday, 24 December 2020, at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Kaduna at 11am. The Special Guest of Honour, the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari, Grand Commander of the Federal Republic, will officially perform the induction of the aircraft into the inventory of the NAF VIRTUALLY.

The event will also feature the handover of an L-39ZA aircraft, which was recently reactivated through in-Country maintenance

Interested members of the public are invited to watch the event live on NTA (DSTV Channel 251 & GoTV Channel 91) and TVC (DSTV Channel 418 & GoTV Channel 45) as well as on all NAF social media handles as from 11.30am.

Nigerian Air Force, Willing, Able, Ready!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJEDZ3bTa28

Season greetings

INDUCTION OF MI-171E HELICOPTER INTO NAF INVENTORY

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sadique Baba Abubakar, on behalf of officers, airmen/airwomen of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) wishes to inform the general public of the induction ceremony of newly acquired Mi-171E Helicopter which will take place on Thursday, 24 December 2020, at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Kaduna at 11am. The Special Guest of Honour, the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari, Grand Commander of the Federal Republic, will officially perform the induction of the aircraft into the inventory of the NAF VIRTUALLY.

The event will also feature the handover of an L-39ZA aircraft, which was recently reactivated through in-Country maintenance

Interested members of the public are invited to watch the event live on NTA (DSTV Channel 251 & GoTV Channel 91) and TVC (DSTV Channel 418 & GoTV Channel 45) as well as on all NAF social media handles as from 11.30am.

Nigerian Air Force, Willing, Able, Ready!

Bama: For being undefeated, Zulum offers Xmas largesse to soldiers of 151 battalion

... Directs construction of 200 homes in Gurusoye

Borno Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum on Tuesday, visited headquarters of 151 battalion at Banki junction in Bama, and he announced a Christmas package for each of the over 700 soldiers and their officers, for being undefeated by Boko Haram.

Zulum on arrival, entered a closed door meeting with commander of the 21 special armored brigade, Brigadier General Waheed Shaibu and commanding officer of the 151 battalion, Major A.A Umar, after which the Governor addressed troops.

“On the basis of fairness, I treat everyone or group on their own merit. While we have challenges in some areas, we have successes in others, and one of those areas is this 151 battalion because you have never been defeated by the Boko Haram since formation. This battalion has largely stabilized all the areas under your jurisdiction here in Bama. I am principally here to on behalf of Government and the people of Borno State, once again, register our appreciation as I have done here before and as often do to other battalions and their brigades across the State. All of you have been very gallant and patriotic. We acknowledge all your sacrifices and we also know that you all operate under difficult conditions in different operational locations. We came with our widows might. Food will come your way and I have given a message to your commanders which will reach each one of you. Nothing can compensate for your sacrifices. We are grateful and we pray that Allah continues to protect all of you here and all our troops and volunteers and sustain your strength to remain undefeated. May God grant us permanent peace in Borno and Nigeria in general. God bless you all” Zulum said.

... Directs construction of 200 homes in Gurusoye

After leaving headquarters of the 151 battalion, Governor Zulum alongside commanding officers of the battalion, inspected Gurusoye, a village behind the battalion’s headquarters, where Boko Haram destroyed during their occupation.

Zulum directed the construction of 200 new homes in the area for resettlement purposes and to create aesthetics that will attract productive population for social and economic restoration.

timay:
Blame the leaders of those countries that invited them to fight insurgency for them while they lazy around collecting grants and aids

Even though our own government is clueless, I'll still commend them for not involving external forces or Mercenaries. No matter the promises they may make, it doesn't usually end well for the hosts, and they usually don't always want to leave in a hurry. They end up turning you country to military testing sites for their new weapons and training grounds for their latest military units and even steal your resources as well all in the name of fighting insurgency for you. The fact that Nigeria hasn't asked for help from the west and allowing them to set up shop like they do in other countries like Mali, CAR, Somalia etc is what is probably pissing of the USA and they always frustrate our efforts in getting weapons before Trump came into power.

I'm not a fan of Buhari but cancelling the contracts of those mercenaries when he came him in 2015 was one decision I'll always applaud him for, no matter how it might look politically.

Well said mate

Recent photos of the Russian PMCs conducting patrols north of the Central African Republic capital, Bangui.
They've turned Africa into a war Zone !

Pictures of chinese made 300 mm A-100 heavy multiple rocket launchers of the Tanzanian �� military.

Whyem15:
Striker Arab was wounded in an ambush. He is currently stable and recuperating

Thank God

Xbee007:
Dude is a communist. He is trying to ensure every single one of them get their fair share.

[/b]Towards the end of the video, the helicopter actually made a sharp 90⁰ turn to straff two terrorists running away.[b]

I thought I was the only one who noticed what you just mentioned now !

Whyem15:
How come only 2 were destroyed?
It's painting me that the whole convoy wasn't destroyed. This has to be one powerful BHT cell. I just hope that the other gun trucks are captured. A heavy blow on BHTs mobility and firepower.

Yeap in most attacks like that, pilots concentrate on destroying few technicals, giving more priority to the fighters. They wouldnt know what hit them, they will be forced to abandon there technicals and run for there dear life
The ground forces will pick the abandoned technicals up during combing missions.

https://youtu.be/J5OVO3Mc-



Inducting the New Toys

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OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE: AIR TASK FORCE ELIMINATES SEVERAL TERRORISTS, IMMOBILIZES THEIR GUN TRUCKS AT AJIRI IN BORNO STATE

1. The Air Task Force (ATF) of Operation LAFIYA DOLE has dealt yet another blow on insurgents operating in the North East of the Country, with the elimination of Boko Haram Terrorists (BHTs) and destruction of their gun trucks at Ajiri in Borno State. This was achieved on the night of 19 December 2020 sequel to reports that the terrorists, in about 7 gun trucks, had attempted to breach Ajiri, a settlement in Mafa Local Government Area of the State.

2. Accordingly, the Air Task Force dispatched an appropriate force package of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) helicopter gunships to engage the BHTs. The NAF gunships delivered accurate hits, destroying 2 of the gun trucks and neutralizing several terrorists.

JOHN ENENCHE
Major General
Coordinator Defence Media Operations
Defence Headquarters
21 December 2020

Fynline:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RESka-arLoo

O boy, what was that?!!!

Nice video

Xbee007:
You all need to watch the recent air strike video on bhts. It is unlike anything you've ever seen.

I just watched the video on DHQ handle and love and behold it had been posted already.
The accuracy and pace is awesome, God bless NAF.

NA modified OTO Melara Mod 56 on Toyota hilux vehicle