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[/b]WAJIROKO TERRORISTS AMBUSH: BRIGADE COMMANDER LEADS TROOPS BACK TO BASE [b] Troops of 25 Task Force Brigade, on routine patrol to secure communities around Wajiroko in Azir Multe, Damboa LGA of Borno State, came under a sudden and heavy insurgents fire while returning from a successful patrol within the fringes of Sambisa Forest. The patrol team which was led by the Commander 25 Brigade Brigadier General M Uba and comprised troops of 25 Task Force Brigade and members of Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) courageously fought through the insurgents ambush with superior fire power, forcing them to withdraw in dissaray and to abandone their mission. During the encounter two brave soldiers and two heroic CJTF members paid the supreme price while on active service to the nation. While commending the troops for their gallantry, the Army high command commiserates with families and associates of the deceased gallants for their heroic sacrifice to the nation. [/b]The Army Headquarters also wishes to debunk the fake narrative going round some media platforms online alleging the abduction of the Brigade Commander. The general public is hereby advised to disregard the fake news regarding the incident while praying for the continuous success of our gallant service men and women[b] The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, Nigerian Army Medal, salutes the uncommon bravery, resilience and sacrifice of the gallant troops who have continued to operate in one of the most dangerous theatres of conflict on behalf of our dear nation. Their unflinching commitment, even in the face of grave danger, remains a powerful reminder of the daily sacrifices being made by our gallant service men and women to keep Nigeria safe. APPOLONIA ANELE Lieutenant Colonel Acting Director Army Public Relations 15 November 2025 |
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[/b]NAF PRECISION STRIKES SHATTER HIGH-GROUND TERRORIST STRONGHOLD IN TSAFE, ZAMFARA[b] The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Air Component of the Joint Task Force of Operation FANSAN YAMMA has achieved a major operational breakthrough following precision air interdiction missions conducted on 14 November 2025 at the Sauri bandit camp in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The mission was undertaken after comprehensive intelligence and surveillance operations confirmed significant terrorist activity and rustled livestock concealed on a high-ground hideout used by the criminals as both a defensive position and a logistics hub. Acting on this intelligence, the Air Component executed multiple coordinated strike passes on the identified targets, achieving direct hits that dislodged surviving terrorists attempting to flee into surrounding vegetation, where they were subsequently tracked and effectively engaged. The successful mission resulted in the neutralisation of numerous terrorists and the destruction of critical structures and logistics points, significantly degrading the criminals’ operational capability in the area. This decisive action reinforces the commitment of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, who has consistently pledged that the NAF will “find them, hunt them down, and protect our people.” The operation underscores the unwavering resolve of the Joint Task Force and the NAF under Operation FANSAN YAMMA to deny terrorists safe havens, strengthen security in Zamfara State, and support wider national efforts to restore lasting peace and stability across the North West. Ehimen Ejodame Air Commodore Director of Public Relations and Information Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force 15 November 2025
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[/b]FLYING SMARTER, SAVING LIVES: NAF WINGS NEW UAV OPERATORS TO ADVANCE PRECISION WARFARE[b] The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on 13 November 2025 achieved another milestone in its modernisation and capacity-building drive with the graduation and winging of nine newly trained Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operators under Course 4 Batch B at the 401 Flying Training School, Kaduna. Representing the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, the Air Officer Commanding, Air Training Command, Air Vice Marshal Ahmed Yusuf Dari, congratulated the graduates, describing the ceremony as a proud moment in NAF’s transformation journey towards smarter, technology-driven, and precision-led air operations. Air Marshal Aneke, in his remarks, noted that the newly winged operators bear the noble responsibility of defending Nigeria’s airspace with professionalism, precision, and honour. He emphasized that UAVs have become indispensable to modern warfare, providing real-time intelligence, surveillance, and precision engagement in combating insurgency, terrorism, and other security threats. The CAS commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his unwavering support and commitment to advancing an agile and technology-enabled Air Force, stressing that in today’s battlespace, precision, not brute force, defines true operational success. Under the leadership of Air Marshal Aneke, the NAF continues to strengthen its operational edge through innovation, training, and integration of cutting-edge technologies. The graduation of the new UAV operators underscores the Service’s commitment to precision airpower and the protection of Nigerian lives. As these new air warriors take to the skies, they embody the spirit of a modern Air Force, flying smarter, saving lives, and serving with unflinching honour in the defence of the nation. #NigerianAirForce #AirMarshalSundayKelvinAneke #NAFTransformation #PrecisionAirpower #UAV #FlyingSmarterSavingLives #InnovationInDefence #NationalSecurity #SmartAirForce #AFN
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[/b]“WE WILL HUNT THEM DOWN AND PROTECT OUR PEOPLE,” SAYS CAS AS HE VISITS NORTHWEST OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA SECTOR 2[b] The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s determination to eliminate terrorists, insurgents, and criminal elements threatening national stability. During an operational visit to the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) Sector 2/213 FOB Katsina, he charged personnel to intensify efforts in line with the directive of the President and Commander-in-Chief, His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to decisively neutralise all threats to Nigerians. Emphasising that heightened security complexities and the sacrifices of fallen heroes demand unwavering focus, he stressed that federal support through modern platforms, advanced weaponry, and enhanced training must translate into ruthless precision and operational dominance. “We cannot relent for a moment,” he cautioned. “The nation is counting on us to restore peace and reclaim every inch of territory challenged by insurgents and criminals.” Commending the courage and professionalism of troops, Air Marshal Aneke declared that the NAF will remain relentless until all threats to national sovereignty are neutralised. “Wherever they hide, whether in forests, valleys, or remote villages, our forces will find them, and we will strike with precision. Our mission is clear: to hunt them down and to protect our people.” He underscored that decisive warfare must be matched with robust welfare, affirming that personnel safety, training, motivation, and equipment will remain top priorities. “A force that fights hard must also live well,” he said, reaffirming ongoing investments in modern capabilities, intelligence systems, and technology-driven operations to secure long-term strategic advantage in the air and on the ground. In his welcome remarks, the Air Officer Commanding Special Operations Command, Air Vice Marshal Ahmed Idris, assured the CAS of the troops’ unwavering readiness to actualise his strategic vision for the NAF. The Air Component Commander, Air Commodore CE Illoh, also briefed the CAS on the campaign plan, recent operational gains, and evolving strategies across the theatre. Accompanied by senior officers, the CAS toured operational and administrative facilities including the Operation, Engineering and Logistics areas as well as medical and sporting infrastructure, before holding an interactive durbar with personnel. “You represent the pride of our nation and the hope of millions who sleep in peace because you stay awake,” he told them. “This fight is about securing our future. Every flight must count, employing actionable intelligence to achieve a defined contribution to the overall campaign plan.” The visit reaffirmed the NAF’s commitment to decisive, intelligence-led, and precision-driven operations to protect Nigeria’s territorial integrity and its people. #NigerianAirForce #CASAneke #FANSANYAMMA #NAFOperations #SecureNigeria #DefendingTheNation #AirPower #NationalSecurity #SmartAndHardStrikes #ProtectingOurPeople
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[/b]#OPERATIONAL PHOTO[b] A Nigerian Army armoured convoy missed being hit by an IED planted by IPOB/ESN terrorists during an operation in the Eastern part of the country.
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[quote author=kabe1 post=137385362][/quote]Nice photos @kabe1, glad to see the lightning Pod on these birds. |
[/b]CAS SUMMONS THEATRE COMMANDERS, SETS NEW COURSE FOR SMARTER AND HARDER AIR STRIKES TO SECURE NIGERIA[b] The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, DFS, has convened a high-level strategic meeting with Air Component Commanders from all operational theatres at the NAF Headquarters, Abuja. The session, held under the new leadership’s directive, focused on intensifying precision air operations and delivering smarter, harder, and more decisive strikes against insurgents, terrorists, and criminal elements undermining Nigeria’s peace and stability. The engagement marked a decisive step in recalibrating the NAF’s operational posture and strengthening inter-service synergy for enhanced national security outcomes. Addressing the commanders, Air Marshal Aneke emphasized the imperative of agility, precision, and intelligence-driven warfare to effectively counter evolving threats across all theatres. “We must fly smarter and strike harder, every mission must reflect professionalism, purpose, and patriotism,” he charged. The CAS underscored the need for synchronization of intelligence-led air, land, and maritime operations to ensure joint mission success, assuring that the NAF will continue to work closely with sister services and security agencies to achieve unified operational effectiveness. Reaffirming his commitment to personnel welfare, innovation, and continuous training, the CAS pledged to equip airmen and airwomen with the tools and skills required for mission success. He reiterated that the NAF remains dedicated to supporting the government’s vision of peace and security, while upholding international standards of conduct, discipline, and accountability. Charging commanders to translate strategy into decisive action, Air Marshal Aneke declared: “The safety and confidence of our citizens are our mission success indicators. Nigeria is counting on us, and we will not fail.” #NAF #AirPower #SmartStrikes #OperationalExcellence #NationalSecurity #Professionalism #JointOperations #FlySmarterStrikeHarder |
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[/b]1st RELEASED IMAGES BY NAF OF BHT DRAGGING WOUNDED COMRADES[b] Follow-on air interdiction by the Nigerian Air Force in conjunction with the Nigerien Air Force on the retreating terrorists further neutralised additional scores of the miscreants
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[/b]TROOPS THWART TERRORIST ATTACK ON FOB KANGAR, MALLAM FATORI, ELIMINATE SCORES[b] Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), Joint Task Force North East, have successfully thwarted a coordinated terrorist attack on Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kangar, located at Mallam Fatori in Borno State, in the early hours of Tuesday, 4 November 2025. [/b]The attack, launched at about 0430hrs by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists, involved the use of armed drones and mortar fire targeting the defensive positions of the base[b]. The troops, reinforced by the Main Force from the Battalion under Sector 3, displayed exceptional gallantry and tactical superiority to defeat the assault. Despite the initial use of drones and indirect fire, the troops held their ground, engaging the terrorists in a fierce firefight supported by close air support from the Nigerien Fighter Ground Attack platforms. The terrorists, overwhelmed by the superior firepower and coordination of the joint force, retreated in disarray into the waterways of the Tumbuns, evacuating several of their casualties. A post-battle exploitation of the area confirmed the neutralisation of six terrorists and recovery of the following items: Five AK-47 rifles; Eight AK-47 rifle magazines; 258 rounds of 7.62mm x 39 ammunition; Five RPG bombs; Four armed drone bombs; Five 36-type hand grenades; Two bandoliers and One Android phone [/b]Follow-on air interdiction by the Nigerian Air Force in conjunction with the Nigerien Air Force on the retreating terrorists further neutralised additional scores of the miscreants[b] A few personnel of the Joint Task Force Operation HADIN KAI and some members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) sustained minor injuries during the engagement. They have since been evacuated by Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) platforms for medical attention and are all in stable condition. The MNJTF also provided Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) support to enhance situational awareness for the ground troops. Exploitation operations are ongoing in the waterways and adjoining areas to track fleeing terrorists and deny them freedom of movement. Troops’ morale and fighting efficiency remain high as they continue to maintain dominance in the general area. The Military High Command commended the gallant troops for their resilience, courage, and professionalism in the face of adversity. The Nigerian Armed Forces remain committed to restoring peace and security in the North East region through sustained and coordinated operations. SANI UBA Lieutenant Colonel Media Information Officer Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI 4 November, 2025
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[/b]NAF T129 ATAK & APLHA JET PILOTS[b]
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bidexiii:[/b]EXCLUSIVE: Ma'aji, alleged coordinator of botched coup, was once Timi Sylva's security adviser [b] Mohammed Ma’aji, a colonel regarded by investigators as the coordinator of the alleged plot to topple Nigeria’s democracy, was a security adviser to Timi Sylva in the 2015 Bayelsa state gubernatorial election, TheCable understands. Sylva’s residences in Abuja were recently searched by investigators and his whereabouts remain unknown. Julius Bokoru, his special assistant on media and public affairs, has denied reports linking the former minister of state for petroleum resources to the botched coup. https://www.thecable.ng/exclusive-maaji-alleged-coordinator-of-botched-coup-was-once-security-adviser-to-timi-sylva/?s=08
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[/b]“REMAIN VIGILANT AND COMMITTED TO DEFENDING THE NATION AS WE UPSCALE TO MEET EMERGING THREATS,” SAYS CAS[b] The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, DFS, has charged newly graduated regiment personnel to remain vigilant and committed to defending the nation as the Service continues to enhance its capabilities to address emerging security threats. He gave the charge during the combined graduation ceremony of the Basic Regiment Officers Course 20/2025 and Basic Regiment Airmen/Airwomen Course 33/2025, held at the Regiment Training Centre (RTC), Kaduna, where 483 personnel, comprising 34 officers and 449 airmen/airwomen, successfully completed their training. Represented by the Air Officer Commanding, Air Training Command, Air Vice Marshal Ahmed Dari, the CAS emphasized that the NAF remains resolute in confronting insurgency, banditry, and other internal security threats through continuous capacity building and operational readiness. Air Marshal Aneke reaffirmed his commitment to repositioning the NAF as a combat-ready and adaptive force capable of meeting evolving security demands. “Accordingly, we are revitalizing capabilities, developing new ones, and adapting processes to meet emerging security demands,” he stated. He commended the Commandant, staff, and instructors of RTC for their dedication to grooming the next generation of defenders of the nation’s airpower. The CAS urged the graduands to uphold the Service’s core values of loyalty, honesty, courage, and discipline, charging them to “protect all Nigerians and avoid any act that could tarnish the image of our great Service.” The graduands, who completed the specialized Force Protection in Complex Air-Ground Environment training, demonstrated their proficiency through Krav Maga combat displays, precision drills, and rappelling exercises, showcasing enhanced operational readiness. Earlier, the Commandant, RTC, Air Commodore CO Olayera, lauded the NAF leadership’s commitment to building a capable and professional regiment, noting that the graduates’ skills will boost ongoing counterinsurgency and joint operations nationwide. The event was attended by senior military dignitaries including the Air Officer Commanding Ground Training Command, AVM AA Shinkafi and veterans. The Nigerian Air Force reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to inter-agency cooperation and synergy with other security services in the collective fight against terrorism, insurgency, and criminality, while remaining steadfast in its duty to protect the nation and uphold democratic values. #NAF #AirMarshalSKAneke #NAFTraining #ForceProtection #MilitaryExcellence #AirPower #InterAgencyCooperation #NAFRegiment #NigeriaAirForce #DefendingDemocracy #SecurityAndStability
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bidexiii:JUST IN: [/b]Nigerian Army Headquarters redeploys 56 major-generals, 11 brigadier-generals in major shake-up The Nigerian Army has redeployed 60 major generals and 11 brigadier-generals in a major shake-up across formations and units. In a memo dated October 30, signed by EL Okoro, the military secretary (army), and seen by TheCable, the affected senior officers are expected to resume their new primary assignments on November 3, 2025.[b] |
bidexiii:[/b]EXCLUSIVE: Two suspected coup plotters on the run as military makes more arrests[b] https://www.thecable.ng/exclusive-two-suspected-coup-plotters-on-the-run-as-military-makes-more-arrests/ |
[/b][/font]JNIM claims first attack in Kwara, four months after announcing new brigade[font=Lucida Sans Unicode][b] Al-Qaeda–linked militant group, Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), has claimed responsibility for an attack in Kwara State, its first in Nigeria, four months after announcing the establishment of a new brigade in the country. According to intelligence sources, the attack reportedly occurred in the northern part of Kwara, along the border corridor linking Niger and Kogi States. JNIM, which operates mainly in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, announced in June the creation of a new brigade for Nigeria, raising concerns about a possible southward expansion of jihadist influence. Zagazola said that the claim aligns with earlier intelligence warnings of cross-border infiltration through smuggling routes connecting Benin Republic and Niger. “JNIM’s latest statement describes the attack as the debut operation of its Nigerian brigade. If verified, this would indicate a dangerous evolution of the regional threat landscape,” the source said. Security operatives in Kwara, Niger, and Kogi States should intensify patrols and surveillance in response to the development, with reinforcements deployed to border communities. Military and intelligence agencies should work to identify possible linkages between JNIM operatives and local extremist networks. The incident comes amid heightened regional insecurity and the continued fragmentation of terror groups across the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin. Source: @zagazola
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DaddyGoo:[/b]Nigerian Military Sources Reveal Identities Of All 16 Officers Detained For Alleged Coup Plot[b] Top sources in the Nigerian military have finally revealed the names and departments of the 16 senior military officers currently being detained by the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) over an alleged plot to overthrow the Bola Tinubu-led government. SaharaReporters earlier exclusively reported that an officer of the Nigerian Navy, Lieutenant Commander B Abdullahi, was identified as one of the senior military officers detained. Sources in the Defence Headquarters confirmed that the officers, drawn from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, were picked up in coordinated operations by military intelligence after weeks of secret surveillance. Below are the profiles of the detained officers as compiled by Premium Times: 1. Brigadier General Musa Abubakar Sadiq (N/10321) Brigadier General Sadiq is believed to be the suspected leader of the alleged coup plot. This is not his first brush with controversy. In October 2024, he was reportedly detained for “alleged diversion of rice palliatives and selling of military equipment, including generator sets and operational vehicles to scrap yards.” 2. Colonel M.A. Ma’aji (N/10668) Colonel Ma’aji, born on March 1, 1976, is a Nupe native from Niger State. 3. Lieutenant Colonel S. Bappah (N/13036) Lt. Col. Bappah, from Bauchi State is a member of the 56 Regular Course. 4. Lieutenant Colonel A.A. Hayatu (N/13038) A native of Kaduna State. 5. Lieutenant Colonel P. Dangnap (N/13025) from Plateau State, Dangnap. He was court-martialed in 2015 alongside 29 others for offences linked to the Boko Haram war. 6. Lieutenant Colonel M. Almakura (N/12983) Lt. Col. Almakura, also from Nasarawa State, was born on March 18, 1983. 7. Major A.J. Ibrahim (N/13065) From Gombe State, Major Ibrahim was born on June 12, 1987. 8. Major M.M. Jiddah (N/13003) Born on July 9, 1985, Major Jiddah hails from Katsina State. He is an Infantry officer and member of the 56 Regular Course (2004–2008). 9. Major M.A. Usman (N/15404) Major Usman, from the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. 10. Major D. Yusuf (N/14753) Born on May 26, 1988, Major Yusuf hails from Gombe State. He serves in the Ordnance Corps. 11. Major I. Dauda (N/13625) From Jigawa State, Major Dauda joined the Army through the Direct Short Service Commission (Course 38). 12. Captain Ibrahim Bello (N/16266) Born on July 28, 1987, Captain Bello is a member of the Direct Short Service Commission Course 43. 13. Captain A.A. Yusuf (N/16724) Captain Yusuf is a Nigerian Army officer with limited public records available. 14. Lieutenant S.S. Felix (N/18105) Lt. Felix is among the junior officers in detention. Details about his role remain unclear. 15. Lieutenant Commander D.B. Abdullahi (NN/3289) Lt. Commander Abdullahi serves in the Nigerian Navy and is one of two non-Army officers detained in connection with the alleged coup plot. 16. Squadron Leader S.B. Adamu (NAF/3481) Squadron Leader Adamu serves in the Nigerian Air Force. His alleged involvement remains under investigation. Meanwhile, SaharaReporters had reported how military operatives raided the Abuja residence of former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, in connection with the alleged coup plot currently under investigation by the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA). Multiple security sources confirmed to SaharaReporters that the raid occurred at Sylva’s home in the Maitama area of Abuja. According to insiders, a “special military team” carried out the operation after intelligence linked a “former South-South governor” to secret meetings allegedly held with some of the detained military officers. Sylva in a release had confirmed the military raid on his Abuja residence, while distancing himself from the alleged coup. Source; @SaharaReporters |
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[quote author=bidexiii post=137228958]ƁH Death toll still rising, as more bodies are being discovered. Video link: https://x.com/ZagazOlaMakama/status/1981287563861332125?t=M271mPGv8M9XPwCJPk0a_g&s=19 https://x.com/GallantDaletian/status/1981403268069937331?t=dtw7hd6t6WkyhYFGAVEU7g&s=19[/quote] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2gN_fNg7Zo?si=oY1b4juGiSdrEuCX |
[/b]SOUTH AFRICAN AIR FORCE CHIEF VISITS NIGERIAN AIR FORCE HEADQUARTERS[b] The Chief of the South African Air Force (SAAF), Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, on 27 October 2025, paid an official visit to Headquarters Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Abuja, in a move that underscores the growing commitment of both nations to strengthening defence cooperation and advancing regional security. The high-level engagement provided an opportunity for both air forces to deepen discussions on key areas of collaboration, including technological innovation, training, logistics, aircraft maintenance, counter-terrorism operations, and operational synergy. The visit reflects the mutual resolve of Nigeria and South Africa to harness their shared capabilities toward enhancing peace, stability, and security across the African continent. In his remarks, Lieutenant General Mbambo commended the NAF for its remarkable progress in modernising its fleet, improving aircraft serviceability, and advancing indigenous maintenance capacity. He reaffirmed the SAAF’s readiness to partner with the NAF in joint training, counter-terrorism initiatives, and technical exchange programmes. He further identified the critical area of driving indigenous technology development to address peculiar African challenges as key to achieving sustainable air power advancement on the continent. The SAAF Chief stressed that the increasing access of non-state actors to advanced military technology poses a common challenge to all nations, emphasising the importance of solidarity among African air forces in addressing these evolving security threats and safeguarding the continent’s collective defence interests. Representing the Chief of the Air Staff, the Chief of Policy and Plans, Air Vice Marshal IH Etukudo, described the visit as a significant step in strengthening intra-African air power cooperation. He reiterated the NAF’s unwavering commitment to building strategic partnerships with friendly air forces across the continent, prioritising operational effectiveness, innovation, and capacity development. The visit not only deepens bilateral ties between Nigeria and South Africa but also reinforces a shared vision of a safer, stronger, and more united Africa through air power diplomacy, counter-terrorism collaboration, and mutual defence cooperation. #NAF #SAAF #AirPowerPartnership #CounterTerrorism #SecureAfrica #StrongerTogether #AfricanAirForces #DefenceCooperation #RegionalSecurity #IndigenousTechnology
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[/b]Troops neutralise 10 terrorists, recover weapons, equipment in Dikwa-Marte axis – Army[b] Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised 10 ISWAP terrorists and recovered a cache of weapons and equipment in a successful night ambush along the Gamboru–Dikwa–Marte axis of Borno State. The operation, according to the military, followed the neutralisation of over 50 insurgents in a previous encounter around the Katarko axis. Lt.-Col. Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North East) Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Maiduguri. Uba said the troops of Sector 1, under 24 Task Force Brigade, executed a well-coordinated ambush that foiled a terrorist infiltration attempt from the Flatari axis into Gamboru Ngala. He said after suffering heavy casualties, the insurgents diverted towards Dikwa but were intercepted again and neutralised in the Dikwa–Marte general area. Source; @zagazola
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Floky215:Can I ask you a question ? Do you think a coup can be successful in Nigeria ? |
[/b]CITATION OF AIR VICE MARSHAL SUNDAY KELVIN ANEKE[b] 23rd Chief of the Air Staff, Nigerian Air Force The appointment of Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke as the 23rd Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) marks a new chapter in the history of the Nigerian Air Force, one defined by intellectual depth, operational precision, and a renewed commitment to national security and airpower excellence. Born on 20 February 1972 in Makurdi, Benue State, Air Vice Marshal Aneke hails from Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. The son of Air Warrant Officer (Rtd) Sylvester and Mrs Ngozi Aneke, his early education at Army Children School, New Cantonment ‘A’, Kaduna (1976–1982) and Government College, Kaduna (1982–1987) laid the foundation for a disciplined and purpose-driven life. He was admitted into the Nigerian Defence Academy as a member of the 40th Regular Combatant Course and was commissioned into the Nigerian Air Force as a Pilot Officer on 10 September 1993, a journey that has since reflected brilliance, dedication, and steady ascension through merit. An erudite scholar and strategic thinker, Air Vice Marshal Aneke holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics, a Postgraduate Diploma in Management from the University of Calabar, and two Master’s Degrees, one in International Affairs and Diplomacy from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and another in Political Economy and Development Studies from the University of Abuja. He also possesses a Professional Certificate in Aviation Safety Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida, USA, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). His pursuit of knowledge reflects a deep commitment to informed leadership and adaptive strategy in modern airpower application. Throughout his distinguished career, Air Vice Marshal Aneke has attended some of the most prestigious military institutions, including the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, where he completed the Junior and Senior Staff Courses, and the United States Air War College, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, where he earned a Master’s in Strategic Studies. He has held numerous command, instructional, and policy appointments that shaped his operational and strategic acumen, among them Director of Policy, Director of Safety, Deputy Director of Operations at NAF Headquarters, Command Operations Officer, Tactical Air Command, and Deputy Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy. Until his appointment as CAS, he served as Air Officer Commanding, Mobility Command, Yenagoa, where he enhanced air mobility, strengthened joint force integration, and improved the strategic response of the Nigerian Air Force in multi-domain operations. An accomplished pilot with over 4,359 flying hours, Air Vice Marshal Aneke is type-rated on multiple aircraft including the Air Beetle 18, Dornier 228, Citation 500, Falcon 900, Gulfstream V, Gulfstream 550, and Hawker 4000. His operational experience spans domestic and international theatres, from Operation Restore Hope in the Niger Delta to United Nations peacekeeping operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC), where he served as Chief of Air Operations, Kindu Region. His contributions to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations have been instrumental in improving NAF’s counter-insurgency capabilities across multiple fronts. Decorated with numerous medals and honours including GSS, DSS, GSM, FCM, Psc, MSc, MIAD, MPEDS, and USAFWC, Air Vice Marshal Aneke is widely regarded as a refined officer, visionary leader, and professional aviator of exceptional integrity and depth. His calm disposition, strategic foresight, and results-oriented leadership have earned him respect within and beyond the Armed Forces of Nigeria. As he assumes command as the 23rd Chief of the Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke brings with him a wealth of experience, intellectual rigour, and operational dexterity that position him to steer the Nigerian Air Force towards greater efficiency in the fight against terrorism, insurgency, and emerging security threats. Under his leadership, the Service is set to strengthen airpower projection, deepen intelligence-led operations, and drive innovation in defence technology and human capacity development. Air Vice Marshal Aneke is happily married to Mrs Ngozi Enderline Aneke, and their union is blessed with three sons, Chukwuebuka Kelvin, Ifeanyichukwu Brian, and Uchechukwu Jason. With a deep sense of duty, humility, and service, Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke embodies the highest ideals of the Nigerian Air Force, discipline, courage, and excellence, as he leads the Service into a new era of smarter airpower delivery and enduring national security.
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Floky215:"Pele..." Mr chaos & jubilation. Am not talking about people protesting about the current hardship and ongoing insecurity in the country. If a coup happens again it might lead to another counter-coup and another bloody civil war. Are you ready for that ? |
DaddyGoo:And any keen student should know that time has changed, Even if the rumours of the coup were true ? Can a Coup be successful in Nigeria and it wouldn't lead to adisaster . |
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