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[/b]TROOPS OF OPHK CONTAIN ISWAP ATTACK ON FOB GAJIRAM, NEUTRALISE TERRORISTS AND RECOVER WEAPONS[b]

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have successfully contained an attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Gajiram, Nganzai Local Government Area, Borno State.

At about 12:20 a.m. on 10 August 2026, a large number of terrorists launched an assault in an attempt to overrun the troops’ position. The gallant troops responded with determined and effective fire, forcing the attackers to withdraw after sustaining heavy casualties. During the engagement, troops neutralised several of the terrorists and recovered weapons, ammunitions and communication gadgets. Post-engagement review of the surveillance footage further confirmed several casualties being evacuated by the retreating terrorists. The recovered items and footage are currently undergoing further operational assessment.

Meanwhile, few troops sustained injuries during the engagement as a part of the defences was temporarily breached leading to damage to some combat enablers and vehicles from Rocket Propelled Grenade fires. The injured personnel were promptly airlifted and are currently stable and receiving medical attention. Following the attack, troops have remained firmly deployed in and around the FOB and adjoining areas to dominate the general area, monitor the situation, and prevent any further attempts by the terrorists to re-engage.

Residents of Gajiram and surrounding communities are advised to remain calm and go about their lawful activities. Members of the public are also encouraged to promptly report any suspicious movement or activity to the nearest security agencies or call 07084988859 to support intelligence sharing in the ongoing operations.

Troops continue to maintain high vigilance in and around Gajiram while exploitation of the operational area and further assessment of terrorists' casualties and activities remain ongoing.

Headquarters Theatre Command Operation HADIN KAI reassures the public of its unshakable commitment to sustaining pressure on the ISWAP terrorists until lasting peace and stability are fully restored in the North East.

MOHAMMED GONI
Captain
Acting Military Information Officer
Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI
MAIDUGURI
10 August, 2026

TROOPS OF OPHK CONTAIN ISWAP ATTACK ON FOB GAJIRAM, NEUTRALISE TERRORISTS AND RECOVER WEAPONS

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have successfully contained an attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on Forward… pic.twitter.com/JuzkfU6meA

— Nigerian Army (@HQNigerianArmy) August 10, 2026

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Algeria has donated 4 helicopters to the Nigerien Armed Forces as part of efforts to strengthen defence and security cooperation between both countries.

The package comprises what appears to be 2x ATE Mi-24 SuperHind Mk.III attack helicopters and 2x Mi-171 transport… pic.twitter.com/SvTTqfi5jD

— Jake (@Jakepor21) August 9, 2026

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National counterterrorism center special operations

For those in the comments making remarks about the Russian language, it’s obvious many on X struggle with context and someone has to break things down to the most basic level for some people to understand.

This is Terra Industries Kama autonomous interceptor drone, designed to… https://t.co/cR3XI4RORh pic.twitter.com/iWm6Je5Efh

— Defense News Nigeria (@DefenseNigeria) August 7, 2026

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[/b]NAF ENHANCES FRONTLINE SURVIVABILITY WITH COMBAT LIFE SAVER TRAINING[b]

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has enhanced its frontline survivability and operational readiness with the successful conduct of a Combat Life Saver Course for instructors of the Regiment Training Centre (RTC). Conducted by the Air Mobile First Aid Unit (AMFAU) of the Nigerian Air Force School of Medical Sciences and Aviation Medicine (NAFSMSAM), the training equipped participants with critical battlefield casualty management skills that will be replicated across Regiment units. Inaugurating the course, the Commandant of NAFSMSAM, Air Vice Marshal AC Ekpe, underscored the vital role of combat life-saving skills in improving operational effectiveness and increasing battlefield survivability.

Participants underwent intensive theoretical and practical instruction in the core principles of Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC), equipping them to deliver immediate life-saving interventions during operations. The training also underscored the value of AMFAU's recent accreditation by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), reaffirming its capacity to deliver internationally recognised pre-hospital emergency medical training and further strengthening the NAF's operational medical capabilities. At the graduation ceremony, the Commandant RTC, Air Vice Marshal I Subi, commended the participants for their dedication and urged them to sustain continuous learning and proficiency as an essential element of saving lives and building resilience during operations.

The initiative reflects the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke's commitment to building a highly motivated, professional and mission-ready force capable of delivering decisive air power in synergy with surface forces. By empowering Regiment instructors to cascade life-saving skills across the Service, the NAF is strengthening force protection, enhancing battlefield survivability and reinforcing the operational effectiveness of its personnel in the defence of Nigeria.

#NigerianAirForce #NAF #CombatLifeSaver #CombatReadiness #ForceProtection #MilitaryMedicine #MissionReady #AirPower #NationalSecurity

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[/b]NAF EARNS INTERNATIONAL COMBAT MEDICAL TRAINING ACCREDITATION, ENHANCES OPERATIONAL READINESS[b]

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), in collaboration with the German Technical Advisory Group (GTAG), has achieved a significant milestone in combat medical capability following the accreditation of the Air Mobile First Aid Unit (AMFAU) of the Nigerian Air Force School of Medical Sciences and Aviation Medicine (NAFSMSAM), Kaduna, by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), USA. The achievement was marked by the successful conduct of the first-ever NAEMT-accredited Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) training in Nigeria, positioning AMFAU among a select group of accredited NAEMT training centres in West Africa and reinforcing the NAF's commitment to developing world-class combat medical capabilities.

The Tactical Combat Casualty Care programme is globally recognised as the gold standard in battlefield medicine, equipping personnel with critical lifesaving skills required to manage trauma and medical emergencies in operational environments. The training reflects the NAF's commitment to international best practices and comes at a time when the Service remains actively engaged in counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism and other joint military operations across the country. By strengthening combat medical expertise, the NAF is enhancing force protection, operational resilience and mission effectiveness while improving its capacity to support both operational and humanitarian contingencies.

Speaking on the achievement, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, described the accreditation and successful conduct of the inaugural TCCC course as a strategic advancement in the Nigerian Air Force's drive towards operational excellence. He noted that the capability would significantly enhance operational readiness and survival outcomes during military operations, adding that "every life saved on the battlefield strengthens operational effectiveness and contributes directly to the successful accomplishment of the Nigerian Air Force's mandate in support of national security objectives." The event, hosted by the Commandant of NAFSMSAM, Air Vice Marshal AC Ekpe, also witnessed the formal activation of AMFAU as an accredited NAEMT Training Centre and highlighted the enduring partnership between the NAF and GTAG in advancing military medical training, combat casualty care and capacity development.

#NigerianAirForce #NAF #OperationalReadiness #CombatMedicalCapability #TCCC #MilitaryMedicine #ForceProtection #NationalSecurity #PartnershipForProgress #AirPowerForNationalDevelopment

#Sahel Remise de drones de dernière génération aux Forces armées maliennes pic.twitter.com/fyXF94DC8B

— Burkina 24 (@burkina24) August 1, 2026

Kaduna deploys 1,000 Forest Guards against banditry, wants FG to approve the recruitment of an additional an additional 1,000 Forest Guards. pic.twitter.com/7jJ0baOZV8

— Defense News Nigeria (@DefenseNigeria) August 2, 2026

TROOPS APPREHEND SUSPECTED TERRORIST COLLABORATORS, FAMILY OF ISWAP FINANCE CHIEF SURRENDERS, RECOVER LOGISTICS ITEMS

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have continued to sustain pressure on terrorists through series of intelligence-led operations that resulted in the arrest… pic.twitter.com/FsKxIvluM1

— Nigerian Army (@HQNigerianArmy) August 1, 2026

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[/b]WATCH CLOSE COMBAT VIDEOS OF "AFRICAN-CORP'S" ENGAGING JNIM TERRORIST [b]

Le 26 juillet 2026 dans la zone de Niono, une unité du @TheAfricaCorps, conjointement avec des soldats des @DirpaFa , réalisant des opérations de recherche et de renseignement, a engagé un combat de rencontre avec le groupe terroriste JNIM*.

Déballé. pic.twitter.com/1cGB0b3926

— The African Corps (@TheAfricaCorps) July 27, 2026

gomol:
I personally prefer an unmanned surveillance aircraft but this is better than doing nothing.

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Am not an aircraft specialist but i can tell you its relatively cheap to maintain and that's why see alot of African country/military who dont have the funds use this particular aircraft.
I did some few research and it might not be accurate but somehow close;

- Routine maintenance: approximately €80 per flight hour during the first few years of operation, note as the aircraft ages, maintenance costs generally increase because of scheduled overhauls and replacement of major components.
- Example
If one aircraft flies:
500 hours per year
Maintenance alone could cost around €40,000 per year (about ₦70–80 million, depending on the exchange rate).
1,000 hours per year
Maintenance could be around €80,000 per year (roughly ₦140–160 million).

These execludes pilot salary, fueling, unexepected repairs, software upgrades/repairs & Mission system maintenance (EO/IR cameras, radar, communication etc..

gomol:
Do you have any idea about the cost/unit of the plane?

gomol:
Would drone(s) not be more cost effective than these?

Le 26 juillet 2026 dans la zone de Niono, une unité du @TheAfricaCorps, conjointement avec des soldats des @DirpaFa , réalisant des opérations de recherche et de renseignement, a engagé un combat de rencontre avec le groupe terroriste JNIM*.

Déballé. pic.twitter.com/1cGB0b3926

— The African Corps (@TheAfricaCorps) July 27, 2026

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[/b]NAF COMPLETES ACCEPTANCE OF FIRST M-346 FIGHTER ATTACK AIRCRAFT, BOOSTS AIRPOWER AND NATIONAL SECURITY[b]


The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has recorded another major milestone in its ongoing fleet modernisation programme with the successful completion of the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for the first batch of three M-346 Fighter Attack (FA) aircraft at the Leonardo Aircraft Division facility in Venegono, Italy. Conducted by a joint delegation comprising representatives of the NAF and the Ministry of Defence (MOD), the exercise successfully concluded all contractual acceptance requirements ahead of the aircraft's delivery to Nigeria. The achievement reinforces the Chief of the Air Staff's command philosophy of building a highly motivated, professional and mission-ready force capable of delivering decisive airpower effects in synergy with surface forces.
The successful acceptance confirms that the three aircraft have met all required contractual, technical and airworthiness standards for delivery. Beyond the acceptance process, the delegation also engaged with Leonardo Aircraft Division on pilot and maintenance training, logistics support and long-term fleet sustainment, while inspecting advanced simulation and ground-based training systems that will strengthen indigenous training capacity, enhance operational readiness and ensure the effective employment of the M-346 fleet. Commenting on the milestone, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, stated that the M-346's unique blend of advanced pilot training and frontline combat capability will significantly enhance the NAF's ability to generate combat-ready aircrew while expanding its capacity to conduct precision strike, close air support, air interdiction and other air combat missions in response to Nigeria's evolving security environment.
The milestone further underscores the Federal Government's commitment, under the leadership of President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to strengthening the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces through the acquisition of modern, technologically advanced and mission-ready platforms. As the Nigerian Air Force continues to modernise its fleet, it remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria's territorial integrity, supporting joint military operations and protecting the lives and property of all Nigerians through responsive, professional and decisive airpower.
#NigerianAirForce #AirPower #NAF #FleetModernisation #MilitaryAviation #NationalSecurity #MissionReady #DefendingNigeria