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COUNTER TERRORISM: General Shaibu Declares Counter Terrorism Practitioner Course Open

In a bid to frustrate the employment of Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) by terrorists in the North East Theatre of Operations, The Theatre Commander Joint Task Force (JTF) North East (NE) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), Maj Gen W Shaibu declared open a Counter Terrorist Search Practitioner Course, organized by the British Military Advisory Training Team (BMATT) today 12 February 2024, at Maimalari Cantonment Maiduguri.

Gen Shaibu while remarking said, IEDs have become the most potent weapon used by terrorists in their misadventures in the NE, adding that the menace of the device has unfortunately remained despite concerted efforts by troops and partners over time.

He averred that the training was tailored towards equipping all arms personnel with the necessary skills and knowledge required to participate in low - risk combat search task to help in safely detecting IEDs, urging them to be committed, dedicated and purposeful as they go through the course, so as to come out better informed on safe detection of IEDs. He equally charged them to make the course a worthy endeavour to save lives of troops and civilians in their area of responsibilities.

Gen Shaibu used the medium to express his gratitude to the BMATT for their efforts in the training, the Theatre Training Officer, 47 Engineer Brigade, as well as staff officers for ensuring the course came to fruition.

In attendance were the Acting GOC 7 Division and Commander Sector 1 OPHK Brig Gen AGL Haruna, Component Commanders, staff officers from Headquarters Theatre Command and 7 Div, Programme Manager Operation TURUS Stephen Mockett and team of instructors from BMATT.

QuietMynd:
Congrat to ivory coast

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE IVORIANS !!

kabe1:
The United States will not allow Nigeria buy Russian aircrafts, we might not like it, but this is the fact.

We could make the JF-17s a full squadron.

That's true i agree but time changes, what about China.
For now the best thing is get more JF-17s.

MiddleDimension:
Which are more stealthy than the SU-57?

I dont get your point ?
What aim saying is we should get aircrafts for power projection but for now we can improve the numbers of JF-17 thunders.

[/b]To your question; "the Su-57 opts for a more traditional canted tail and horizontal stabilizers, the Su 75 Checkmate instead features a ruddervator that with fewer surfaces. It would presumably be stealthier than a conventional tail assembly and it was designed to be a light weight fighter aircraft"[b]

kabe1:
Nigerian Air Force T-129

Nice photos; seems the NAF only went for unguided rockets and the (4 x 4) Cirit 70 mm guided rockets.
We didn't see any photos of UMTAS and L-UMTAS ?

#TCHAD


CHAD Rapid Intervention Force FIR with some fancy toys

Lurker4Long:
I'm surprised nobody has mentioned medium transport choppers.

For me we still need more assets; especially male UAV, long endurance UAV/spy UAV, [/b]transport & logistic aircraft both for logistics/transport for fixes wings and rotary aircraft[b]

Not e need more fighter aircrafts for power projection; probably the JF thunder block lll and in the nearest future su 75s/Su 35s or better still go for a stealthier aircraft.

kabe1:
I think we have enough MALE UAVs, where I believe we need more aircraft is in transport and logistics.

The C-130s we have are getting old, and are in need of replacement. The KC-390 is the perfect replacement for them.

On this Fighter Jets issue, I don't think we need more Fighter Jets. The M-346FA we're buying is Fighter Attack, this means that we would be getting an aircraft that's capable for any type of mission, and the numbers also makes sense.

We currently have 13 upgraded F-7NI's and 3 JF-17s for a total of 15 aircrafts for power projection.

Can we boast of 20 Male UAV at every stand up time ?

We need long endurance UAV in the North central/west and other theatres to combat kidnapping/Bandits.

For fighter jets and trainers, I think we are good. Has for the power projection both the upgraded and jf-17 are still in 3rd generation for me. @Kabe I want to see an airforce that can compete or get close to the likes of Egypt and Algeria etc I believe we can achieve and we have the purchasing power. This is just my own take.

Has for Faithfull007 I totally agree with him;
during Retrd Air Marshal Sadique Baba Abubakar tenure we saw alot of investing in training of NCO/COs but has time goes it declined over the years. I miss that man's administration, His still my best service chief we ever had in recent time. I don't know if the force are still training more SOF/PANTHERS, the rate of training and standardization was rapidly improving then.

Anyways the NAF is on the right track and direction, Rome was not built in a day. Am proud of what the airforce has achieved so far.

kabe1:
Do you think the Nigerian Air Force would require more assets after this?

2x AW109 Trekker helicopters
2x Beechcraft King Air 360 ISR
4x Diamond DA-62 ISR
6x T-129 ATAK helicopters
3x Wing Loong II UCAV
2x CASA-295 medium airlift/surveillance aircraft
12x AH-1Z attack helicopters
24x M-346 trainer/attack aircrafts (First official confirmation from CAS).

55 aircraft’s in total, so far 10 have been delivered;

1x Beechcraft King Air 360 ISR
4x Diamond DA-62 ISR
2x T-129 ATAK helicopters
3x Wing Loong II UCAV.

For me we still need more assets; especially male UAV, long endurance UAV/spy UAV, transport & logistic aircraft both for logistics/transport for fixes wings and rotary aircraft.

Not e need more fighter aircrafts for power projection; probably the JF thunder block lll and in the nearest future su 75s/Su 35s or better still go for a stealthier aircraft.

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Some photos of the #SONA2024 #SAAF flypast yesterday evening.


Photo credis:@dean wingrin

Saw this on X-app.
I don't know which arm of the security agency she belongs to ?
Can anyone ID the weapon ?

TROOPS NEUTRALIZE 4 INSURGENTS, RESCUE 11 KIDNAPPED VICTIMS, CAPTURE WEAPONS IN KADUNA

Troops of 1 Division Nigerian Army (NA) on fighting patrol in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State on 6 February 2024 made contact with insurgent. During the firefight that ensued, troops neutralized 4 insurgents while others escaped with gunshot wounds. The troops recovered 3 AK 47 rifles, 7 AK 47 rifle magazines and 2 motorcycles.

Similarly, troops of the Division deployed at Birnin Gwari received a tip off on insurgents movement on 7 February 2024. The troops swiftly moved to intercept the insurgents at Kwaga village. The insurgents who could not withstand the fire power of the troops absconded into the forest in disarray abandoning their victims.

The troops successfully rescued all 11 victims namely; Zakari Galadima 54 years (male), Ishaku Galadima 50 years (male), Habibu Illaysu 40 years (male), Nuzuli Ibrahim 18 years (male), Ramatu Aliyu 60 years (female), Ubaida Mubarak 30 years (female), Zaliha Mubarak 9 months (female), Umma Haruna 22 years (female), Khairatu Salisu 34 years (female), Rahamatu Usman 43 years (female), Rakiyia Yahaya 24 years (female) and recovered 1 motorcycle. Preliminary investigation revealed that the victims were kidnapped on 6 February 2024 from their village at Masuku in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. The victims were rendered medical attention by medical team of the Division and reunited with their families.

The General Officer Commanding 1 Division NA and Force Commander Operation WHIRL PUNCH, Maj Gen Valentine Okoro commended the troops for success. He appealed to the general public to continue to avail troops and other security agencies with real time intelligence. He equally appealed to locals to report persons with gunshot wounds seeking paramedics attention to the troops or other security agencies for prompt action.

MUSA YAHAYA
Lieutenant Colonel
Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations 1 Division Nigerian Army
8 February 2024

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QuietMynd:
I really don't like this head warmers whenever I see some of our personal with it.
It makes them look like loki

Same here, but have seen western/european army wear these same head warmers and they rock it well.

NA Frontline troops where not exempted from yesterday's football game

South Korean-designed KLTVs in service with the Malian army. Some were used by the ex-FORSAT

Odunayaw:
That may be true.

NAF ought to have a decent medium helicopter lift.

Yeap...

Odunayaw:
Interior of the Mi-17

Is there a reason why we don't have a full squadron of this birds?

I do ask myself that same question sometimes; probably the NAF has issue maintaining them and we've lost couple of them in the fight against insurgency/bandatory.

ocelot2006:
We should've stuck with the Mi-35. My opinion though.

for me too, I would have gone for more MI-35.

GabrielYulaw:
At Bidexii, given the speed we bought and inducted the choppers, are we going to buy more? It sure makes more sense than getting the Vipers that has still not arrived and can be cancelled whenever Uncle Sam gets haemorrhoids.

production of the vipers has started already and will be getting all the birds by June/July this year. For the T129 there is probability we might go for more and we might just stick to that only 5 units.
I think the reason why NAF went for the T129 was because we where not getting any missiles for the AHZ viper.

UK DEPUTY DEFENCE CHIEF COMMENDS NIGERIAN ARMY’S COMMITMENT TO PEACE AND STABILITY IN AFRICA

The United Kingdom (UK) Deputy Chief of Defence Staff, Lieutenant General Sir Roly Walker has lauded the Nigerian Army (NA) for its significant role in maintaining peace and stability in Africa and the West African Subregion. The Defence Chief gave the commendation today, Tuesday 6 February 2024 during his visit to the Army Headquarters, Abuja.

General Walker appreciated the NA’s steadfast commitment to peacekeeping efforts across the continent, highlighting its pivotal role in addressing regional security challenges and the need for collaborative efforts to address persistent security concerns.

Speaking on the upcoming security and defence dialogue between the UK and Nigeria, General Walker expressed the commitment of United Kingdom to strengthening partnership with the Nigeria Army and reaffirmed continued support for initiatives aimed at enhancing regional security and stability.

Responding, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), appreciated the harmonious working relationship between the two armies and the contribution of the British Military Advisory and Training Team (BMATT) which he said, has been of immense assistance to the NA in the fight against terrorism and insurgency.

The Army Chief also acknowledged the supporting role of BMATT to the NA, especially in the area of capacity development. He noted that this has significantly upscaled the role of the NA in the fight against terrorism in Nigeria and the subregion.

The COAS pledged that the NA will entrench its relationship with the UK and expand the frontiers for mutual cooperation in order to achieve shared security objectives.

ONYEMA NWACHUKWU
Major General
Director Army Public Relations
6 February 202

kabe1:
Here’s a breakdown; By October 2022 NAF had placed orders or was in final stages of negotiations for 8 aircraft types.

2x AW109 Trekker helicopters
2x Beechcraft King Air 360 ISR
4x Diamond DA-62 ISR
6x T-129 ATAK helicopters
3x Wing Loong II UCAV
2x CASA-295 medium airlift/surveillance aircraft
12x AH-1Z attack helicopters
24x M-346 trainer/attack aircrafts (First official confirmation from CAS).

55 aircraft’s in total, so far 10 have been delivered;

1x Beechcraft King Air 360 ISR
4x Diamond DA-62 ISR
2x T-129 ATAK helicopters
3x Wing Loong II UCAV.

@kabe1 nice job and break down, I thought we are getting 12 AW109 Trekker helicopter?

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PRESIDENT TINUBU REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO ENDING INSECURITY, INDUCTS NEW COMBAT HELICOPTERS INTO NAF INVENTORY
Counterinsurgency, counterterrorism, anti-crude oil theft and anti-kidnapping operations in Nigeria received a major boost as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu inducted 2 new T-129 ATAK Helicopters and a King Air 360ER Beechcraft into the Order of Battle (ORBAT) of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) earlier today, 6 February 2024, at NAF Base, Makurdi. The acquisition and induction of these platforms no doubt stands as a symbol of President Tinubu’s enduring commitment to the ideals of patriotism and investment in national security as well as a solemn commitment to safeguarding Nigeria's security. Speaking through the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, President Tinubu expressed confidence that the deployment of the newly acquired platforms would significantly enhance the combat efficiency of the NAF in addressing contemporary security challenges, both domestically and within the West African region. He then called for discipline in operations and the establishment of a robust maintenance culture to maximize the benefits derived therein. Speaking further, President Tinubu expressed pride in the NAF standing as a dependable regional power and emphasized his administration's dedication to supporting it. President Tinubu also reflected on his earlier commitment to eradicating terrorism, insurgency, kidnapping, and other criminal activities that have plagued the country for years. Although he noted that substantial progress has been achieved in ongoing counterterrorism efforts, there should be no cause for celebration until the security challenges are fully addressed. He then called for a change in mindset, strategy and tactics in addressing the menace.
In his remarks, the Honourable Minister of Defence, Dr Badaru Abubakar, acknowledged the sincerity of purpose of the President towards restoring peace in every part of Nigeria. He then expressed his gratitude to the President for his foresight, resilient leadership, and unwavering support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria, despite the numerous challenges confronting the nation. The Minister also reiterated the need for adherence to maintenance schedules and the implementation of robust safety practices to ensure the sustained serviceability status of the aircraft so as to derive maximum benefit for the nation. He urged NAF personnel to align their individual and collective actions with the vision of the President, emphasizing the pursuit of peace, stability, and rapid development objectives.
Earlier, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, had noted that the induction ceremony bears glowing testimony of the Federal Government’s unwavering resolve to equip and energize the NAF and indeed the entire Armed Forces of Nigeria, towards combating terrorism and other threats facing the Nation. The CAS also disclosed that since Mr President assumed office, the NAF has inducted 5 new aircraft into its fleet, including 2 Diamond 62 surveillance aircraft, 2 T-129 ATAK helicopters, and a King Air 360 ER. While emphasizing the importance of these acquisitions in line with the President's commitment to national security, [/b]the CAS highlighted the NAF's plan to induct 46 new aircraft of various types over the next 18 months[b]. Speaking further, Air Marshal Abubakar assured Nigerians that though the NAF is operationally engaged on all fronts, it would not rest until it brings the war to a favourable end to ensure the peace and stability that Nigerians deserve. He then urged all Nigerians to keep the faith and hope in the advancement and prosperity of the nation.
The ceremony witnessed the presence of other distinguished dignitaries, including the Excutive Governor of Benue State, His Excellency Hyacinth Alia, Minister of Information and Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, the Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, Hidayet Bayraktar, members of the national assembly and several senior military officers, serving and retired.
Edward Gabkwet
Air Vice Marshal
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force
6 February 2024

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Nigerian Air Force: Doctrinal Foundation for NAF's Operations




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bidexiii:
NAF SET TO INDUCT THE T-129 COMBAT HELICOPTERS

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is set to induct its newly acquired T-129 ATAK helicopters and King Air 360i aircraft on 6 February 2024 at the NAF Base, Makurdi, Benue State. The induction ceremony will be performed by the Special Guest of Honour, the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, to be represented by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON.

The event no doubt signifies a major boost to Nigeria’s national defense capability under the current dispensation. Specifically, the new platforms would enhance NAF's firepower as it jointly confronts the various security challenges in the country, alongside sister services and other security agencies.

Edward Gabkwet
Air Vice Marshal
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

5 February 2024

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NAF SET TO INDUCT THE T-129 COMBAT HELICOPTERS

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is set to induct its newly acquired T-129 ATAK helicopters and King Air 360i aircraft on 6 February 2024 at the NAF Base, Makurdi, Benue State. The induction ceremony will be performed by the Special Guest of Honour, the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, to be represented by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON.

The event no doubt signifies a major boost to Nigeria’s national defense capability under the current dispensation. Specifically, the new platforms would enhance NAF's firepower as it jointly confronts the various security challenges in the country, alongside sister services and other security agencies.

Edward Gabkwet
Air Vice Marshal
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

5 February 2024