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Odunayaw:
Except for Egypt, the rest belong to that tin pot classification for Ethiopia.

That said, the recent C-130 brouhaha, followed up by the acquisition of SAMs, should, if capped tomorrow by the acquisition of air-superiority fighters, prompt us to question the competence of our defence planners if they give this response.

While the C-130 issue was embarrassing for Nigeria, we still maintain significant capabilities that offer comprehensive deterence.

It's not by owing SAM systems, can they maintain it and consistently keep those systems running in combat.

Ukraine is supported by NATO but they consistently run out of Patriot Ammo.

If you look at the things the likes of Terra, Breich are doing, you will see that we are developing home grown technologies that can destroy SAM systems and the likes.

That's not to say that we are no interested in developing our own military capabilities ourselves.

We have shown interest in the Skydragon SAM etc, but I don't see what good the SU-35 will do for us.

A mix of M346FA and J-10Cs makes more sense.

Odunayaw:
When Burkinabes buy one

You don't buy, because your Neigbour is buying.

Nigeria has built long enduring systems and structures. Take a look at AFRIDEX and the growth of the Nigerian defence industry.

NCTC has just been named designated a Regional Centre of Excellence for Counterterrorism in West Africa and the Sahel.

Posturing by tin pot Dictators is not something to copy.

Ethiopia requires systems like these, if you look at threats from Eriteria, Sudan, Egypt and it's own civil war.

Same is not applicable to Nigeria.

bidexiii:
Whats stopping us from getting a serious air superiority fighter

We need to build capabilities in other areas like we are currently doing.

The Americans will sanction the hell out of our oil industry, not worth the stress.

We could not even get the complete 12 MI-35M helicopters we ordered, how do you think we can pull this off?

Ethiopia has a long history of maintaining Russian twin engine aircrafts. It also costs serious money to maintain these.

Our security threats are not the same.

Our military planners do not think this way, which is a good thing. Our own Aircraft procurement have been impressive why change direction now?

It's not worth it.

Big congratulations to Ethiopia though.

sahureka:
Ethiopia receives 12 Russian Su-35 fighter jets, plans to acquire four S-400 air defense batteries
https://addisstandard.com/news-alert-ethiopia-receives-12-russian-su-35-fighter-jets-plans-to-acquire-four-s-400-air-defense-batteries/

This is an impressive acquisition by Ethiopia.

FA-50 is looking like a sweet platform.

FA-50M for Malaysia is equipped with the U.S. RTX PhantomStrike Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar.

I hope the Nigerian Air Force adds at least 3 x KC390 Transport Aircrafts

ONE YEAR OF DECISIVE AIRPOWER: NAF RECORDS OVER 6,100 FLYING HOURS, 2,900 SORTIES UNDER AIR MARSHAL ANEKE

As the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, approaches his first anniversary in office on 30 October 2026, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has recorded significant gains in operational effectiveness, personnel welfare, training and force modernisation. Guided by his command philosophy of sustaining a highly motivated, professional and mission-ready force capable of delivering decisive airpower in synergy with surface forces, the Service recorded over 6,100 flying hours and more than 2,900 sorties between November 2025 and September 2026, consuming close to 10 million litres of Jet A-1 fuel. Missions included precision air strikes, armed reconnaissance, surveillance, close air support and other intelligence-led operations aimed at degrading hostile elements, disrupting their activities and enhancing the effectiveness of surface forces. The emphasis remains on ensuring that every sortie has a defined operational purpose and contributes meaningfully to national security.

Under the principle of “Welfare for Enhanced Warfare,” the NAF has pursued improvements in personnel allowances, medical support, accommodation and infrastructure, alongside the reactivation of welfare airlift services for personnel in frontline theatres. Career progression saw 1,534 senior non-commissioned officers and 1,936 non-commissioned officers promoted, while more than 550 personnel participated in international training and professional engagements and over 6,000 received local training. Force modernisation advanced with the delivery of five helicopters in September 2026—three AW-109 Trekker Type B and two H125 helicopters—while plans continue for the acquisition of 12 AH-1Z attack helicopters, other aircraft and unmanned aerial systems. The Service has also progressed the reactivation and upgrade of six L-39ZA aircraft in Slovakia and Nigeria, alongside ongoing Periodic Depot Maintenance of a C-130 aircraft in Portugal. Safety and accountability remain priorities through an Operational and Safety Audit Committee, a strengthened Safety Management System, and Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response structures, standardised training and enhanced assessment and investigation capabilities.

To strengthen institutional capacity and sustain operational readiness, the NAF has approved 284 infrastructure projects, with 145 completed and 139 ongoing, covering accommodation, academic and medical facilities, operational and administrative infrastructure, roads, electricity, water supply and recreational facilities. Indigenous production initiatives include Aircraft Release Device 863 impulse release cartridges, a 250-kilogram bomb-loading trolley, and locally produced 57-millimetre rockets undergoing development and ground testing. Community healthcare, educational and other special projects have further strengthened civil-military relations and public confidence. As Air Marshal Aneke marks his first year in office, the NAF remains focused on translating investments in personnel, platforms, training, technology and infrastructure into tangible operational outcomes through stronger joint operations, strategic partnerships, improved maintenance and responsible airpower employment. The enduring commitment is to build a professional, accountable and responsive force delivering stronger airpower, safer skies and a more secure Nigeria.

#NAF #NigerianAirForce #DecisiveAirpower #CASAnniversary #AirMarshalAneke #WelfareForEnhancedWarfare #ForceModernisation #NationalSecurity #MissionReady #StrongerAirpowerSaferSkies

kabe1:
NATIONAL SECURITY: The Nigeria Air Force has finalized acquisition of 6 Additional T129 ATAK helicopters, 12 aksungur UCAVs and 1 H225 multirole helicopter. Deliveries are expecting in the coming months

According to multiple reports.

NATIONAL SECURITY: Breaking ‼️ |

Huge announcement from the Nigerian Air Force today, revealing the procurement and impending delivery of:

• 6 additional T129 ATAK attack helicopters
• 1x H225 helicopter
• 2x CH-4D UCAVs
• 12x TUSAŞ Aksungur UCAVs

A major expansion of the NAF’s helicopter and unmanned combat fleets.

Nigerian Navy Marines

NAF COMPLETES LOCAL REASSEMBLY OF FIRST TWO H125 HELICOPTERS IN LAGOS

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has successfully completed the local reassembly of its first two H125 helicopters at NAF Base Ikeja, Lagos, following their delivery by Airbus. Conducted with the support of Airbus technical personnel, the exercise marks an important milestone in strengthening technical collaboration, facilitating knowledge transfer and enhancing NAF personnel’s practical exposure to the support and maintenance of modern rotary-wing platforms.

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, described the development as a positive step towards strengthening the NAF’s technical and operational capacity. He stated, “Beyond acquiring modern platforms, we are committed to developing the knowledge, partnerships and support systems required to maximise their operational value and sustain them throughout their service life.”

The H125 helicopters will provide valuable additional capability for ongoing NAF air operations, including surveillance, tactical mobility and other operational support missions. The NAF appreciates the continued support and strategic direction of the President and Commander-in-Chief, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, whose administration’s commitment to strengthening national security capabilities continues to support the Service’s fleet modernisation and operational effectiveness.

#NigerianAirForce #NAF #Airbus #AirbusHelicopters #H125 #AirPower #FleetModernisation #TechnologyTransfer #OperationalReadiness #StrategicPartnerships

@Airbus Airbus Helicopters

This made frontpage news in Nigeria??

We really need to reevaluate our priorities in this country, if there's going to be any hope of us moving forward as a nation.

Nigeria Air Force T-129 Attack Helicopter

Fidha254:
What does Kali mean over there? In East Africa, if you have fierce(Kali) security dogs(Umbwa) within your compound, you put a sign on your gate "Umbwa Kali", a warning to anyone who might try to enter without permission!

We don't know what it means to be honest.

We're just glad Ships of these sizes are now built locally.

I thought all 2 seater versions of the F-7 have crashed.

NAF INTENSIFIES AIRPOWER CAMPAIGN, STRENGTHENS AIR PRESENCE IN SOKOTO TO DENY TERRORISTS FREEDOM OF ACTION

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has intensified its airpower campaign against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other criminal activities across the North-West, with a strengthened air presence in Sokoto State to support ongoing joint security operations. The initiative reflects the Service’s determination to sustain pressure on hostile elements, enhance aerial surveillance and maintain the capacity for rapid response to emerging threats, while providing effective air support to ground forces operating within the Joint Operations Area.

The strengthened air presence is particularly significant in the fight against asymmetric threats, where terrorists and bandits exploit difficult terrain, mobility and concealment to evade ground forces. By leveraging the reach, speed, flexibility and precision of airpower, the NAF is better positioned to support efforts to locate, disrupt and degrade hostile elements, deny them freedom of movement and action, and create greater operational opportunities for surface forces to consolidate gains on the ground. The effort further underscores the importance of sustained air-ground coordination in confronting evolving security challenges across the region.

The initiative is consistent with the commitment of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, to maintaining a highly motivated, professional and mission-ready force capable of delivering decisive airpower effects in synergy with the sister Services and other security agencies. The NAF remains resolute in leveraging airpower and joint operations to protect lives and property, degrade terrorist and criminal networks, and contribute to the restoration of lasting peace, stability and security across the North-West and the nation at large.

#NigerianAirForce #NAF #AirPower #OperationFansanYamma #CounterTerrorism #CounterBanditry #NorthWestSecurity #Sokoto #JointOperations #MissionReady #ForTheNation

Nigerian Air Force F-7NI deployment in Sokoto state.

Toju200:
Nigeria navy Kali 3 SSV

Beautiful vessel.

The Nigerian Navy has inducted SSV KALI 3, the first of 10 Security Support Vessels being provided by Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company (SEEPCO) under an MoU with the Nigerian Navy.

Under the arrangement, SEEPCO will provide the 10 privately funded maritime security vessels, while the Nigerian Navy will deploy naval personnel to man and operate them for coastal and offshore security, anti-piracy, maritime law enforcement and the protection of critical energy infrastructure.

KALI 3 was designed and built locally at Okpai HM Shipyard, Delta State, in collaboration with the Nigerian Navy.

Department of state service (DSS) Special Operations Counterterrorism unit.


Not to be confused with the DSS STATT Team.

Pictures showing Nigerian-made FPV Kamikaze drones, developed by Briech UAS, during a visit by Ministry of Defence.

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

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

Nigeria is massively expanding it's local drone capabilities.

How Nigeria is beefing up its local drone sector to fight insurgents.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5bakYYQgABA?si=WBtUUkXkIpAfToA7

YOUNGELDER1:
Must be Lagos.
Agents in other states don't stress like that.

This not true. They are like this in all the big cities in Nigeria.

Nigerian Army Air Assault Simulation Exercise

Nigerian Air Force M346FA flying with a Nigerian pilot in the back seat.

Toju200:
Nigeria army has confirmed the acquisition of The Akinci UCAV.
They now operate both the TB2 and Akinci UCAV

Did the army say how many units they got?