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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 11:09am On Jul 07, 2023
Images of NADCEL 2023 held in Ibadan, Oyo State.

Equipment on display where; Dongfeng Mengshi CSK-131, K152 APC, Norinco CS/VP3, Made in Nigeria DICON Ezugwu, BMP1, Norinco Type 89, Mowag Piranha, FV103 Spartan, FV101 Scorpion light tank, Panhard VBL, ZSU-23-4 Shilka, Palmaria 155m SPH and some other modified vehicles.

Credits: @jakesspor21

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 9:02am On Jul 07, 2023
bidexiii:
CAS AT NADCEL 2023, INSPECTS ONGOING PROJECTS AT NEW NAF BASE IN IBADAN

The Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Hasan Abubakar joined other dignitaries and well-wishers at Ibadan earlier today, 6 July 2023, for the 2023 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL). The event, which coincided with the 160th Anniversary of the Nigerian Army (NA) witnessed display of various arsenals in the inventory of the Nigerian Army, parade as well as NA Physical Training Corp calisthenics display. Nigerian Air Force (NAF) C-130 aircraft and Mi-117 helicopter were also on hand to provide airlift for NA rappelers and paratroopers who exhibited skills, courage and professionalism during the well-attended event. Indeed, it was a commendable display of synergy and coordination by NAF aircrew and NA troops.

While at Ibadan, the CAS also took time to inspect ongoing projects at the new NAF Base situated at Ajia Community, Ibadan.

Recall that in April 2022, the NAF took possession of a 58-hectare land at Ajia Community in Ibadan donated by the Oyo State Government for the construction of a permanent NAF Base. It is hoped that when completed, the new Base would enhance NAF readiness and responsiveness to security challenges in the State. Situated near the Ibadan Airport, the new Base is also expected to serve as an alternate airfield to Lagos airfield, thus enabling the NAF to launch seamless and efficient air operations in the Southwest Region of Nigeria.

Edward Gabkwet
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

6 July 2023

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 9:02am On Jul 07, 2023
CAS AT NADCEL 2023, INSPECTS ONGOING PROJECTS AT NEW NAF BASE IN IBADAN

The Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Hasan Abubakar joined other dignitaries and well-wishers at Ibadan earlier today, 6 July 2023, for the 2023 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL). The event, which coincided with the 160th Anniversary of the Nigerian Army (NA) witnessed display of various arsenals in the inventory of the Nigerian Army, parade as well as NA Physical Training Corp calisthenics display. Nigerian Air Force (NAF) C-130 aircraft and Mi-117 helicopter were also on hand to provide airlift for NA rappelers and paratroopers who exhibited skills, courage and professionalism during the well-attended event. Indeed, it was a commendable display of synergy and coordination by NAF aircrew and NA troops.

While at Ibadan, the CAS also took time to inspect ongoing projects at the new NAF Base situated at Ajia Community, Ibadan.

Recall that in April 2022, the NAF took possession of a 58-hectare land at Ajia Community in Ibadan donated by the Oyo State Government for the construction of a permanent NAF Base. It is hoped that when completed, the new Base would enhance NAF readiness and responsiveness to security challenges in the State. Situated near the Ibadan Airport, the new Base is also expected to serve as an alternate airfield to Lagos airfield, thus enabling the NAF to launch seamless and efficient air operations in the Southwest Region of Nigeria.

Edward Gabkwet
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

6 July 2023

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by bidexiii: 10:04am On Jul 06, 2023
Shaytun:
Proforce received the President of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traore at the first edition of the International Exhibition of Safety, Security and Defense Synergy (SYSDEF) held in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso where we showcased our products and business offerings.
Love Proforce aggressive marketing strategies
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:47pm On Jul 03, 2023
NAF regiment

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:46pm On Jul 03, 2023
It’s been long I spotted K152 APC

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:43pm On Jul 03, 2023
NA Armoured Vehicles

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:40pm On Jul 03, 2023
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu poses for pictures with Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, National Security Adviser,

Maj. Gen. C.G Musa, Chief of Defence Staff,

Maj. Gen. T. A Lagbaja, Chief of Army Staff,

Rear Admiral E. A Ogalla Chief of Naval Staff

AVM H.B Abubakar Chief of Air Staff,

Acting Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun

and Major Gen. EPA Undiandeye Chief of Defense Intelligence.

At the State House, Aso Villa

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:39pm On Jul 03, 2023
GabrielYulaw:
It's extremely amazing what the Chinese have done. They have built a blue water navy in like 20 years and have war equipment that's seriously competitive with the best that the US and the West can offer.
They sure have my utmost respect and ceaselessly march forwards in all fields, from tech to civil engineering. Rooting for them to develop their own chips and render Western sanctions null.
The rate at which they are growing is immeasurable, giving the west a serious headache than Russian.
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 6:34pm On Jul 03, 2023
GabrielYulaw:
If they planted the IED, they must have known its location. Then how were they killed by it?

Or did it blow up as they were setting it up?
grin grin grin

But they are loosing there grip in Africa
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:13pm On Jul 02, 2023
bidexiii:
China visits Nigeria with three warships to strengthen bilateral relations

The Chinese Navy Escort Task Group (ETG) 162, comprising MSL D£§troyer NANNING, MSL Frigate SANYA, and Supply Ship WEISHANHU, have arrived Nigeria to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.
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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:12pm On Jul 02, 2023
China visits Nigeria with three warships to strengthen bilateral relations

The Chinese Navy Escort Task Group (ETG) 162, comprising MSL D£§troyer NANNING, MSL Frigate SANYA, and Supply Ship WEISHANHU, have arrived Nigeria to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 3:05pm On Jul 02, 2023
AskiaHarem:
Are you saying they accidentally killed themselves via their own IED or soldiers? The wording is a bit weird.🙃
Yeah their own planted IED
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 5:47pm On Jun 29, 2023
BREAKING : A notorious bandit leader in Zamfara State, Dogo Gudali and scores of fighters has been killed by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by his terrorist group against Troops in Gando Forest in Bukkuyum. The late Dogo Gudali and his gang members have been terrorizing Anka, Gummi, Bukkuyum, and some parts of Sokoto and Kebbi States.
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 5:42pm On Jun 29, 2023
Boko Haram eliminates own Top Leader over attempt to form faction

By: Zagazola Makama

The Jamā’at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da’wah wa’l-Jihād, terrorists group have eliminated one of its Amir Jaysh, Abou Hassana, over alleged rebellion accusations.

It was gathered Abou Hassana was eliminated along with three of his accused accomplice in front of other fighters at the Mandara Mountain in Gwoza Local Government.

Zagazola Makama, a Counter-Insurgency Expert and Security Analyst in Lake Chad understands that Ali Ngulde, The Second most High Ranking Boko Haram Leader, ordered the elimination after they were sentenced to death for their crimes.

According to sources, Abou Hassana was trying to raise an independent faction within Boko Haram to spearhed is own terror campaigns within the Koltafirgi village" also known as Gaizuwa in Sambisa.

He was replaced by Alhaji Ari Hajja Fusam, an indigene of Bama who was leading the Boko Haram terrorists in Gaizuwa before they were dislodged by the Nigerian Military after they suffered heavy losses.

Alhaji Ari Hajja Fusam and Ba'a Issah were promoted to the ranks of Amir Fiye while Bakura Jega, a Former Nakib, was promoted to Khaid.

Muke, a 33 year old Khaid of Mandara Mountain, Ali Ghana, Khaid of Ngauri, located in the North of Banki, Abbah Tukur, and Abu Isa, are to maintain their positions as Khaids.

Recall that the Ali Ngulde Boko Haram group had suffered devastating loss of its fighters and equipment from the Nigerian military troops of the Air Component and 202 Task Force Battalion Operation Hadin Kai in Grazah and Wa-Jahode, fringes of the Mandara Mountains.

Pictures shared by Zagazola indicate the massive gathering of the terrorists few days before the Airstikes.
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 9:31am On Jun 28, 2023
EID-EL-KABIR: COAS FELICITATES WITH TROOPS, APPRECIATES SACRIFICES MADE IN COMBATING SECURITY CHALLENGES

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Major General Taoreed Lagbaja has expressed appreciation to troops of the Nigerian Army (NA) for their commitment and sacrifice towards combating emerging security challenges in theatres of operations across the country, as part of his Goodwill message to troops and their families to mark Eid -El-Kabir 2023.

Expressing gratitude to the Almighty God for his protection and guidance, the Army Chief pointed out that the Eid-el-Kabir festival represents the virtues of sacrifice and submission to the will of the Almighty God, as exemplified by Prophet Abraham and emulated by Prophet Muhammed. He added that the season brings to remembrance the supreme sacrifice officers and soldiers of the NA make on a daily basis to ensure the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the nation is preserved at all times. He added that the celebration also embodies courage, selfless service, discipline, integrity, respect for others, and loyalty, which he described as the core values of the NA. Gen Lagbaja urged the troops to leverage the spirituality of the occasion to pray for the NA, as it strives to combat security challenges in all theatres operations across the country.

General Lagbaja, who recently assumed office as the 23rd COAS, noted that his appointment was a call to engender change and make a difference towards the fulfillment of the constitutional mandate of the NA, in line with his Command philosophy, " To transform the NA into a well-trained, equipped, and highly motivated force towards achieving our constitutional responsibilities within a joint environment".

The COAS lauded the troops deployed in ongoing operations within and outside the shores of the country for their sacrifice. "In the course of my career, I witnessed in different capacities, your efforts and sacrifices, therefore, I have no doubt about the zeal and commitment of our troops in ensuring the success of the NA in combating the complex, multifaceted, and unpredictable security threats bedeviling our country, alongside our sister services, the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies".He stated emphatically.

Gen Lagbaja assured that he will provide the needed leadership and consolidate on prior achievements of the NA in ensuring that the current security distractions confronting the nation are decimated. He urged the troops to remain resolute, undaunted, disciplined and patriotic in combating the adversaries of the country.

The COAS expressed gratitude to the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the confidence reposed in him and the NA, reaffirming the unalloyed loyalty of officers and soldiers of the NA to the constitution and President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

ONYEMA NWACHUKU
Brigadier General
Director Army Public Relations
28 June 2023

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:00pm On Jun 26, 2023
BREAKING: Troops of 5 Battalion, 16 Brigade, Nigerian Army, in a raid operation on Sunday at Azuzuama Community in Ijaw South LGA of Bayelsa State have captured an armoury located in a Camp from where unrepentant militants. CDS Gen CG Musa & COAS Gen TA Lagbaja commend the troops

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:22pm On Jun 22, 2023
#BurkinaFaso - It looks very much like a Burkinabe Air Force Bayraktar TB2 drone crashed today about 140km south-east of the capital near Tenkodogo.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:13am On Jun 22, 2023
NNSBSC during the last flint lock exercise

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 4:54pm On Jun 21, 2023
SuperSixSeven:
He hit hard at the Brigade of Guards. There must be a reason for this.
The Brigade guard is in charge of Aso Rock security. Definitely their are security threats before he assumed office.
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 1:06pm On Jun 21, 2023
The 24th Chief of the Naval Staff is Rear Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla
#OnwardTogether

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 1:05pm On Jun 21, 2023
DaddyGoo:
Wise man!

Doesn't expose his rank, just another infantryman till you come close!!
grin
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:39pm On Jun 20, 2023
MD Helicopters (MDH) has announced the production of the first three of 12 Cayuse Warrior Plus Scout/Attack helicopters selected by the Nigerian government earlier this year is underway at their facility in Arizona.
The aircrafts were chosen to support counter insurgency and counter terrorism operations in Nigeria and are scheduled to be delivered over the next two years.


Source: jakepor21

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op):
bidexiii:
Major General TA Lagbaja, the 23rd Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Nigerian Army.
Newly appointed COAS with his boys somewhere in the N.W, a lot of Infantry soldiers are happy about his appointment.

The last picture you can see him with is clean shave style he wears often.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 10:55am On Jun 20, 2023
Major General TA Lagbaja, the 23rd Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Nigerian Army.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 10:53am On Jun 20, 2023
AVM HB ABUBAKAR APPOINTED 22ND CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF

Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Hassan Bala Abubakar has been appointed the 22nd Chief of the Air Staff by the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Born on 11 September 1970, AVM Hassan Abubakar hails from Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State. He enlisted into the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) as a member of Nigerian Defence Academy Regular Course 39 and was commissioned Pilot Officer on 19 September 1992.

AVM Abubakar has attended several courses, among which are Ab-initio and Basic Flying Training Courses at the then 301 Flying Training School, Kaduna; Basic and Advance Airborne Courses at the Nigerian Army Infantry Centre and School, Jaji; and Company Amphibious Operations Course at the Nigerian Army Infantry Centre and School, Calabar. Others include Junior and Senior Command and Staff Courses at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College Jaji, and National Defence Course at the Nasser Higher Military Academy, Cairo, Egypt.

Previous appointments held by the CAS include Officer Commanding ‘B’ Squadron (Do 228), 81 Air Maritime Group NAF Benin; Team Leader MILOB Team Site 615 Mahagi (Ituri Brigade) United Nations Organisation Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC); and Aviation Planning Officer, MONUC Air Operations Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. He was Commanding Officer Base Services Wing 81 Air Maritime Group Benin, and later served at different times at the 88 Military Airlift Group, Ikeja, where he held various appointments, including Operations Officer Operational Conversion Unit, Operations Officer, Commanding Officer 21 Wing, and Group Safety Officer.

Furthermore, he was Fleet Operation Officer 011Presidential Air Fleet, and thereafter became the Commander of the Unit. His other appointments include Chief of Staff, Mobility Command, Yenagoa; Air Officer Commanding Logistics Command, Ikeja, as well as Director of Policy, and Director of Operations, both at the Headquarters Nigerian Air Force, Abuja. Until his appointment as the 22nd CAS, he was the Chief of Standards and Evaluations, Headquarters Nigerian Air Force, Abuja.

AVM Abubakar has earned several awards and decoration, some of which include Distinguished Service Star (DSS), Passed Staff Course (psc), and Fellow Defence College (fdc). He is a member of the National Institute of Management, Chartered Institute of Public Management, and Nigerian Institute of Safety Professional. The Chief holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biological Science from NDA, and Master’s Degree in International Affairs and Diplomacy from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:46pm On Jun 19, 2023
Breaking: Tinubu sacks Service Chiefs, IGP, Customs CG



President Bola Tinubu has sacked the Chief of Defence Staff, all the nation’s Service Chiefs, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Usman Baba Alkali, as well as the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Col. Hameed Ali.

Secretary the the Government of the Federation SGF, Senator George Akume, disclosed this in a statement issued Monday in Abuja.

“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the immediate retirement of all Service Chiefs and the Inspector-General of Police, Advisers, Comptroller-General of Customs from Service as well as their replacements with immediate effect”, the SGF stated.

Tinubu consequently appointed Mallam Nuhu Ribadu as National Security Adviser; Maj. Gen. C.G Musa, Chief of Defence Staff; Maj. Gen. T. A Lagbaja, Chief of Army Staff; Rear Admirral E. A Ogalla, Chief of Naval Staff; AVM H.B Abubakar, Chief of Air Staff, DIG Kayode Egbetokun, Acting Inspector-General of Police and Maj. Gen. EPA Undiandeye as Chief of Defence Intelligence.

President Tinubu also approved the following appointments: Col. Adebisi Onasanya, Commander, Brigade of Guards; Lt. Col. Moshood Abiodun Yusuf, 7 Guards Battalion, Asokoro, Abuja; Lt. Col. Auwalu Baba Inuwa 177, Guards Battalion, Keffi, Nasarawa State; Lt. Col. Mohammed J. Abdulkarim, 102 Guards Battalion, Suleja, Niger state; and, Lt. Col. Olumide A. Akingbesote, 176 Guards Battalion, Gwagwalada, Abuja.

Similarly, the President has approved the appointments of other Military Officers in the Presidential Villa as follows: Maj. Isa Farouk Audu (N/14695), Commanding Officer, State House Artillery; Capt. Kazeem Olalekan Sunmonu (N/16183), Second-in-Command, State House Artillery; Maj. Kamaru Koyejo Hamzat (N/14656), Commanding Officer, State House Military Intelligence; Maj. TS Adeola (N/12860) Commanding Officer, State House Armament; and, Lt. A. Aminu (N/18578), Second-in- Command, State House Armament.

Akume added that the president also approved the appointments of two additional Special Advisers, and two Senior Assistants.

The appointees are Hadiza Bala Usman, as Special Adviser, Policy Coordination; Hannatu Musa Musawa, Special Adviser, Culture and Entertainment Economy; Sen. Abdullahi Abubakar Gumel, Senior Special Assistant , National Assembly Matters (Senate); and, Hon. (Barr) Olarewaju Kunle Ibrahim, Senior Special Assistant, National Assembly Matters (House of Representatives).

Finally, the President has approved the appointment of Adeniyi Bashir Adewale as the Ag. Comptroller General of Customs.

“It is to be noted that the appointed Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police and the Comptroller General of Customs are to act in their positions, pending their confirmation in accordance with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria”, the SGF added.

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2023/06/breaking-tinubu-sacks-service-chiefs-igp-customs-cg/
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 7:38am On Jun 14, 2023
bidexiii:
A Chadian soldier armed with Chinese-made Zijiang M99 semi-automatic anti-materiel rifle
grin grin grin
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 5:24pm On Jun 13, 2023
A Chadian soldier armed with Chinese-made Zijiang M99 semi-automatic anti-materiel rifle

Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 2:44pm On Jun 12, 2023
bidexiii:
Yeah, have you seen the video ?
Here are more videos of NAF smoking hundreds of BHT



Video links:


Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 2:42pm On Jun 12, 2023
GabrielYulaw:
Damn! If they built structures like these, that means they must have been there for a while.
Yeah, have you seen the video ?
Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 2:28pm On Jun 10, 2023
Boko Haram suffered devastating loss in Mandara Mountain as Ali Ngulde, others escaped 


The Jamā'at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da'wah wa'l-Jihād(JAS) Boko Haram faction have suffered another devastating loss of scores of its foot soldiers in Nigerian Airforce strikes in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.

The intelligence-led aerial operation  launched with Super Tukano targeted the jihadist group’s strategic human and material capacity in the camp of Ali Ngulde in the North East of Mandara Mountains on June 6, 2023.


Source: @zagazola

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