₦airaland Forum

bidexiii:
Now the Nigerian government is fighting two separate terrorist group in defferent region; Noerth-east & North west/central region.
God help us.

As if that’s not enough, those bloody bandits have found their way to the South West and have begun kidnapping for ransom. I’m just tired at this point.

Odunayaw:
Which vehicles are in pic 1 and 4?

Vanquisher light tactical vehicle
CS/VP-3 Bigfoot MRAP

bidexiii:
These Mofos really got roasted, am wondering what type of weaponry/warhead that was used to destroy them.


[/b]Directed by POTUS & SecWar, in coordination with Nigeria, U.S. Africa Command conducted an op in NE Nigeria killing Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, ISIS global ops director, & senior leaders[b]

Maybe the AC-130J Ghostrider, but from what I heard, the US forces did not deploy any combat platforms, rather it was the Nigerian forces. I’ve never seen firepower like this in airstrike footages of the airforce or army UAV command.

Tinfoil:
The US is putting up for sale AH64 and UH60M for sale/auction. This is a big opportunity for African countries to get some helicopters at a bargain price

While they might be old for the US they are ideal for African countries because the later operates at higher tempo.

Especially the Blackhawks

Aaah yes, buy American made equipment today and get hit with sanctions by the unpredictable orange Buffon and his AIPAC bought Senators because you smiled at Israel the wrong way or you refused to agree Trump is a Messiah. Even Morocco and Egypt who are the biggest importers of American made are not safe.

Toju200:
we're supposed to be looking to acquire more better artillery systems not SU25...
Helicopters for rapid deployment of troops, if they can't get Mi17 acquire AW149M.
They have no business with an Attack platform like the SU25

The day I learnt Burkina Faso fields the SH-15, I shook my head in disappointment over the NA being stuck with the Palmaria SPH since 1982

Odunayaw:
RETIRED DEFENCE EQUIPMENT WATCH

One man's trash, another man's treasure

UK Royal Navy per Strategic Defense Review 2025 retires the Type 23 frigates.
6 retired since 2021, 3 more passed to Chilean Navy, 7 more to be retired gradually until 2035.

Displacement: 4,900 t (4,800 long tons)
Length: 133.0 m
Propulsion: CODLAG
Helipad+hangar
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Type_23_frigate

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Nigerian Navy has no excuse to not snap up at least a pair. Would last us until at least until late 2030s. Reintroduce fighting capabilities into our fleet.

Audhubillahi. I pray not

I have a better idea which is the Navy acquiring 2x MEKO A-100 frigate similar to the Brazilian Tamandare class frigate or worse, acquire 3 light corvettes based on the Turkish Hisar class offshore patrol vessel. If the Navy is infamous for downgrading vessels by stripping of their missiles and big guns to suit their needs, they should also build a reputation of upgrading vessels to suit their fighting capabilities.

The Type 23 class frigates, however useful they may still be, are old and way past their service life. Upgrades and life extension will cost more than the amount needed to acquire new vessels. Even if the Navy has a preference for second hand vessels because they have been proven, at least the vessels should be no more than 20 years old.

bidexiii:
Rumours has that somalia is buying 24 jf-17 fighter jet but it hasn’t happened yet.
Somalia is currently in advanced negotiations with Pakistan to purchase up to 24 JF-17 Thunder Block III fighter jets in a proposed defence package valued at around $900 million. However, as of now no deal has been officially signed or finalized — the reports describe talks and negotiations, not a completed contract.

[/b]Let's compare Nigeria M-346 Fighter jet worth $1.2billion and 24 jf-17 for $900million, who got the better offer for the value of its money[b]

The variant of the JF-17 to be purchased is unknown but if we assume it to be the most advanced variant which is the JF-17C Block 3 which has a unit cost of about $25 - $30 million, that would be;
24 x 30 = $720 million.
The remaining $180 million may not be enough to cover spare parts, ammunitions and supporting infrastructure and training costs. Somalia may have to prioritize one miscellaneous over the others or forfeit one in favour of others.

Nigeria’s deal on the other hand is a miracle. I just checked for the unit price of the M-346FA and I saw approximately $93 million. Austria signed a contract in 2025 for 12x M-346FA and other miscellaneous at a cost of $1.7 billion. Nigeria got a deal for 24x M-346FAs for $1.3 billion, inclusive of the miscellaneous.
But I’m guessing inflation in the past few years played a part in increasing the unit cost of the platform, hence why the Austrian deal is more expensive than the Nigerian deal

Lurker4Long:
A stupid decision, in my view. They should've gone ahead with the 3 OPVs and postponed the IPVs, not the other way round.
Anyway, Damen Cape Town would've built the Damen OPV 1800 Military:
https://www.damen.com/vessels/defence-and-security/opv/offshore-patrol-vessel-1800-military

Maybe budget constraints hindered their construction. And at the time project biro was signed the Warrior class missile boat and River class minesweeper needed to be replaced. The MMIPVs seemed like the perfect replacement since it can do both patrol duties and mine clearance. Correct me if I’m wrong though.

bidexiii:
[/b]The Chief of the Air Staff has just confirmed the acquisition of additional helicopters and UCAVs from Türkiye for the Nigerian Air Force.
According to a statement released by the NAF :

“We salute President Tinubu for his unwavering support for national security, as demonstrated by his bilateral engagement with the Government of the Republic of Türkiye for defence equipment, including the acquisition of advanced helicopters and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles for the Nigerian Air Force.”

So, which UAV did the Federal Government just purchase from Türkiye?[b]

Copied; @Jakepor21

Most likely the Bayraktar Akinci. We’ve seen small models of the Akinci displayed on the table of the C.A.S in numerous occasions.

bidexiii:
Just like that by the looks, thisbis the military.
Making assumptions about someone’s mental state based on a look says more about the observer than the subject.”

Naaah that young man has gone through a lot. The eyes don’t lie. It’s written all over his body. Justice for Lance Corporal 😭

Lurker4Long:
Odunayaw will feel vindicated in his aquaphobia by this story:

What Damen OPV was supposed to be constructed alongside the MMIPVs under project biro…??

Odunayaw:
For musing sake. Can we not offer our Jaguars to IAF for little favours or something?

Even the IAF intends to replace its Jaguar fleet in the next decade. Probably to be replaced by the HAL Tejas Mk1A. The defence ministry should consider building a proper, official military museum to keep legacy equipments for display. It can serve as a source of revenue from local visitors and international tourists.

Tinfoil:
Trumps threats to Nigeria was not about Christian persecution. It was a warning that they should stop considering to join BRICS .

They are protecting the petrodollar.

I think had more to do with VP Shettima’s condemnation of Israel at the UN assembly than Nigeria’s interest in joining BRICS. Nigeria has always expressed interest in joining the BRICS bloc since the Buhari administration of which Trump did not set his gaze on the security situation of the country. Even when Nigeria became a partner nation of BRICS in January 2025, he didn’t say anything.
The moment VP Shettima berated Israel at the UN assembly and called for a recognition of an independent Palestinian state, BOOM!!!, orange man-child declared Nigeria a state of particular concern. Called us a disgraced nation and claimed there was a Christian genocide. Same way he tried to play white farmers genocide card against South Africa
Mind you, Nigeria has been fighting insecurity since 2009 which mainly affected the Northern part which is predominantly Muslim. Trump was the 45th USA president from 2017 till 2020, throughout his first term he did not for once bat an eye over Nigeria’s security situation.

QuietMynd:
Yep.
This trump has taking the country to new heights of high handedness.
He has turn the military to mercenaries.
No one should point finger to China or Russia anymore.
Anyone can do anyhow they likes.

It’s not that they are currently a rogue state. They have always been a rogue state. We are just less oblivious to it now.

QuietMynd:
The US is a currently a rogue nation

Currently…??

bidexiii:
More...

Yes Proactiveness. We want more.

Happy New Year to everyone.
Wishing you all the very best of 2026

bidexiii:
⅝

The US Department of War released a video from the missile launch, seemingly from a ship, which targeted the Islamic State Sahel Province in Sokoto State, northwest Nigeria tonight.


Video released:

🚨 BREAKING: The Department of War just released EPIC footage of President Trump's decisive strikes on Muslim terrorists in Nigeria, defending Christians on Christmas Day

I GOT WHAT I VOTED FOR 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/dUA3tpaEMY

— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) December 26, 2025

Orange man child did not acknowledge the collaboration between the United States and Nigeria that facilitated this strike. Meanwhile he was lamenting when China organized their 2025 Victory parade and gave little acknowledgment to the efforts of the United States in helping China against Imperial Japan in WW2.

kabe1:
In Syria, Iraq, Somalia and West Africa.

Unfortunately the points you mentioned for US and Israeli failure in their operations do not hold water.

The Taliban took over Afghanistan despite the US presence in the country.

What resources does Nigeria have to make any meaningful difference.

Nigeria does not have even a fraction of the resources the Americans had in Afghanistan.

Infact the Air campaign over Libya to topple Ghaddafi we don't even have that at our best strength.

The comment about insurgents moving freely is just as ignorant as they come(not to you).

And unlike the United States that had back up and support of its powerful NATO and non-NATO allies which contributed their resources in the Afghan conflict and the Libyan campaign, Nigeria is basically on its own in the fight against Insurgency.
Even in the Multi-National Joint Task Force, Nigerian forces stand out as the most equipped and as such have to provide air or ground support for the other MNJTF members when they need it.

bidexiii:
Life flips in quick succession

Everywhere go first blur for Matawalle

Lurker4Long:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLL_X43pIbs

Don’t let China see this. I repeat DO NOT LET CHINA SEE THIS 😭!!!.
This Tac 6 mortar carrier is a great option for militaries with moderate budgets.

kabe1:
Some sources are even quoting $4.3 Billion.

I don't think it's a good deal for 17 planes, training, maintenance + ammunition.

At 2 Billion, it would have been fantastic.

Anyway congratulations to Colombia, they get to retire the Kfirs with a formidable aircraft.

Sweden - Gripen E ✅
Brazil - Gripen E ✅
Thailand - Gripen E on order……
Colombia - Gripen E on order…..

Everybody is switching to Gripen E, meanwhile there is a a particular world class airforce looking to display and exhibit Gripen C for the 8th time at its international airshow in 2026 and probably up till the 2030 edition.
By this time, usual attendees will think; “hey maybe we would get to see something new in this 2026 edition. New aircrafts, new aerial display”. But nope, they are in for another dose of obsolete Gripen C and Hawk-200 fly past.

GreenandGold:
Decided to create my own version I was referring to using the TAC-6 double-cabin platform. It gives the platform the ability to mount a forward-facing HMG and doubles up as a force multiplier.

The third image, was it AI generated…??

Faithful007:
How dumb do you have to be not to know the difference between an X government account and a random X user?

What part of my quote did I say a government official is talking about establishing military base in Port Harcourt…??

Faithful007:
But your government have been fighting the bandits/terrorists apparently. Do you suddenly now love them?

Btw. The US wont invade Nigeria. That's not going to happen. But drone strikes will likely happen.

Drone strikes una. One werey is already recommending the establishment of a military base in Port Harcourt. And some disgraceful secessionists are giving them the go ahead. They want to save Christians in Nigeria but they are thinking of establishing a base in the oil rich south south. Wetin do Borno and Zamfara where most of the terrorism occurs.

Floky215:
Mr Chaos? you are the one who mentioned chaos here bros and I think that title would fit you properly..
If you say Mr.Jubliation, that title is can hang happily..

And what war do you mean, to be fought by who against who exactly and for what and whose sake .?

It's seems you are detached from reality...

Look at Sudan. The Sudanese Civil war occurred due to disputes between the Commander of Sudan Armed Forces and the Commander of the RSF of Sudan right after a coup was carried out and the President was ousted. What are they fighting about…?? Who will lead Sudan and how will Sudan be led.

If Nigeria should experience a coup right now, it would be chaotic.
It could be that after the coup, that is when IPOB secessionists would be emboldened to pursue secession. Probably because one of the coup plotters is of South East origin.
A coup could also cause foreign interference and make foreign entities impose their policies on us (World Powers like US and China scramble for Africa). That is definitely not what we want.
Not to mention that the military, already overstretched in conducting internal security operations, would also have to deal with governance. It will overwhelm them and may cause frustration which in turn will make them pour that frustration on civilians.
Terrorists and Bandits would capitalize on the chaos resulting from the coup and attack and steal from vulnerable communities. Communities that don’t want to fall victim will be told to pay tax.
The country would be in a big soup.

Look at the AES states.
Mali’s security is deteriorating instead of improving. Military platforms are either being stolen or destroyed. Burkina Faso has little to negligible improvements in security and almost every news of the country’s development feels like propaganda. No much evidence to back them up. And then there is Niger, infamous for blaming Nigeria for its misfortune and accusing Nigeria of working with France to destabilize Niger. Wasn’t it Niger that said it had a list of terrorist sponsors from Nigeria and it was going to release it to the public. Till date they haven’t released anything.

VonSmallhausen:
NIce one.
However, for this to make sense, you need good numbers at least 1 in each Local Government, with proper training provided to operators and good communication between the operation base and teams in the field.
If not, these would simply be decoration, which will only be utilized in action if the family member of a dignitary is kidnapped.

1 in each local government would equals 774 units. At a unit cost of $24,000, buying won’t be a problem. The major issue is can the Nigerian Police be trusted to maintain them well, keep them operational and not sabotage parts of the drone to sell for personal gain.

jteku:
Seems the DSS have ditched the Israeli made TAVOR and stick with the M4

Not the M4. I believe the DSS operates the Brazilian Taurus T4 assault rifle

And I thought my country’s leaders were foolish. Billions of dollars of security investments, foreign military base on soil, a very expensive private plane. All these for security guarantee, only to be played for fools.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSPqmRpBDBU?si=XBYVy8wYvN-POOvv

If Badger IFV is a no show, why not acquire the Mbombe 8

kenpaul0:
But the Roovial looks sharp...I was hoping this would become the chopper for Africa

Unfortunately, lack of foreign orders, limited number of airframes produced is what dwarfed the potential of the Rooivalk.