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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:15pm On Jul 30, 2022

Exnavyboy62:
You are right about the AH 1vipers, I just confirmed that they will be delivered to Nigeria very soon and at the same time, there's also an order for 6× T-129 AH. I think it will be better if we cancelled the deal for the AH 1vipers and rather procure enough T 129 AH that is more economical, it comes with no restrictions and Turkiye wouldn't mind supplying them with appropriate AGM. Turkiye is even ready to share the technology with Nigeria.
On another hand, TAI did not disclose the specific customer for the helicopters but it is confirmed that it is to be delivered to Nigeria and I'm guessing the airforce because the army sent six of it's personnel for pilot training in India by HAL, and the army says it requires a "light avation" component to provide timely air support to it's troops so it's possibly the HAL Rudra and Dhruv that is on the mind of the army. The Navy on the other hand does not require any combat helicopters, I.S&R Leonardo AW helicopters are just fine for the Navy for now.
But all the same, I'm just happy to say;
UCAV Kings of sub Saharan Africa ---- NIGERIA!!!
MRAP Kings of sub Saharan Africa ---- NIGERIA!!!
And now the AH Kings of sub Saharan Africa ---- NIGERIA!!!
Next up, let's shock South Africa and snatch the crown for submarine and frigate Kings

From some reports I have seen, there are claims that the T-129 ATAK will be delivered in 2023, while AH-1Z deliveries would be completed by 2025.

I don't know how true they are, but these are unsubstantiated reports at this time.

We obviously get more for less with the ATAK, I would also support a cancellation of the AH-1Z if it were up to me.

At this point though, I'll just prefer to watch and see.

I'm more interested in the equipment the army will get, I hope they get more Tanks and IFVs if possible.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:46pm On Jul 30, 2022

kabe1:
Nigerian Special Forces Vehicle

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:45pm On Jul 30, 2022

Nigerian Special Forces Vehicle

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:58pm On Jul 30, 2022

Nigerian army Armour conducting live fire exercises

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:55pm On Jul 30, 2022

Nigerian army T-72 Tank in the NE area of operation.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:10am On Jul 30, 2022

Nairaland.com features in Indian prime-time cable news programme on the war in Ukraine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTE2OiSURYw

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:27am On Jul 30, 2022

Exnavyboy62:
It is with great pleasure that I post this;
" I don't think the NAF is interested in the AH 1vipers".
It is to me one of the best decisions made by the C.A.S not to proceed with the purchasing of the "missile-less" AH 1vipers for 1 billion dollars, that's what I would call RIPPING of the highest order. Luckily for us the T129 AH is battle proven and Turkiye will not have a problem in supplying them alongside AGMs. It is also ready to share the technology with Nigeria and I'm sure the deal is way more economical than the1 billion dollars viper AH. My only concern now is that a certain "leader in global war against terrorism" will be jealous and will not want to provide spare engine parts for future references

The American deal for AH-1Z Viper helicopters is done and dusted. We are getting the Vipers definitely.

As far as the ATAK from TAI goes, I'm still not sure, infact I'm not sure of any AH for Nigeria, until we see them in Nigeria.

As far as the ATAK goes, it is easy for the Americans to scuttle any sale to Nigeria, ask Pakistan.

The advantage the ATAK gives Nigeria is the allowance to use the helicopters anywhere we like without restrictions.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 10:03am On Jul 29, 2022

MAN1960:
New delivery for the Nigerian military on 06 17 2022

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMN47UQGG/?k=1

Not military, that's a police armoured vehicle.

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 3:08pm On Jul 28, 2022

kabe1:
Before there's a mis communication.

The Presidential Guards is a branch of the Nigerian army in charge of security in Abuja, parts of Niger state and parts of Nassarawa state.

The Attack happened in Bwari(Bwari is on the outskirts of Abuja), the intended target was the Nigerian Law school in Bwari.

A Nigerian army patrol came under attack, however the attack was repelled, although the army lost 3 soldiers.

I think the security situation around Abuja is about the seriously deteriorate, except the security agencies launch an operation to nip this in the bud. You don't have to be a security expert to see this coming.

Statement from DHQ | Troops of 7 Guards Battalion and 167 Special Force Battalion in conjunction with the air component of Operation WHIRL PUNCH conducted a clearance patrol around Bwari general area between 24 – 26 July 2022.

Troops successfully cleared Kawu and Ido villages. Consequently, about 30 terrorists were neutralized and their enclave and hideout were destroyed. Ground troops also recovered 6 x motorcycles, 2 x AK47 rifles, 1 x fully loaded LMG magazine amongst others during mop up.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:38pm On Jul 26, 2022

Lurker4Long:
Thanks. Wasn't there a jail-break of terrorists in or near Abuja recently? Worrying developments.

Kuje prison is in Abuja, the outskirts of the city. 60 Boko-Haram Terrorists were imprisoned there, all of them fled. A number of them have been recaptured, however a good number of them are still at large, majority actually.

Worrying developments huh

........ Are you serious!!!!

That's the understatement of the year that has had Russia invade Ukraine.

We are looking at a very precarious situation in the country, not just Abuja.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:23pm On Jul 26, 2022

Lurker4Long:
What's this I'm hearing about an ambush on the presidential guard in Abuja?

Before there's a mis communication.

The Presidential Guards is a branch of the Nigerian army in charge of security in Abuja, parts of Niger state and parts of Nassarawa state.

The Attack happened in Bwari(Bwari is on the outskirts of Abuja), the intended target was the Nigerian Law school in Bwari.

A Nigerian army patrol came under attack, however the attack was repelled, although the army lost 3 soldiers.

I think the security situation around Abuja is about the seriously deteriorate, except the security agencies launch an operation to nip this in the bud. You don't have to be a security expert to see this coming.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:10pm On Jul 26, 2022

kabe1:
South African Army Shared Accord Exercise with the United States Army

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:09pm On Jul 26, 2022

South African Army Shared Accord Exercise with the United States Army

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:10am On Jul 26, 2022

Nemesis4you:
Am so damned tired of this life

Wish I was born in Antarctica with no humans around

Or maybe during spacefaring age

Would be flying alone in my spacecraft into the universe away from any darn humans

No vowulence plz for unloading my wishes

The world is exhausting, but be encouraged by the fact that we care, that I care about your well-being.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:09am On Jul 26, 2022

bidexiii:
Am thinking either one of the AH-1Z or ATAK helicopter is for the Army aviation and NAF.

Possibly.

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:17pm On Jul 25, 2022

kabe1:
Breaking News

TUSAS CEO Temel Kotil has finally announced the sale of 6x T-129 ATAK helicopters to Nigeria

While the T-129 ATAK is an excellent helicopter, I don't think this helicopter is what Nigeria needs right now.

If we are looking at the purchase strictly through political lenses, it makes sense, especially seeing that the AH-1Z would have operational restrictions, it probably makes sense to purchase another type in limited quantities.

However, how does the Nigerian Air Force plan to maintain the MI-35M, AH-1Z and T-129 ATAK helicopters?

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:26pm On Jul 25, 2022

Lurker4Long:
Link to the announcement please. And shouldn't the vendor wait till the Nigerian govt has made its own statement?
Only mention anywhere is this:

The TUSAS CEO confirmed this in an interview with CNN Turk few days ago.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYIBW1BahyY

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 6:08pm On Jul 25, 2022

Odunayaw:
What?!

Eggzactly!!!!

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 5:46pm On Jul 25, 2022

Breaking News

TUSAS CEO Temel Kotil has finally announced the sale of 6x T-129 ATAK helicopters to Nigeria

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 5:02pm On Jul 23, 2022

Brazilian Navy Ship visits Nigeria

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:04pm On Jul 23, 2022

Flanker:
Why ? I'm here to enjoy african military pics too , so show us your goods.

It's just a joke.

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:04pm On Jul 23, 2022

GreenandGold:
If one wants to post pictures, one needs to wait until the North Africans are done..

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:02pm On Jul 23, 2022

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:01pm On Jul 23, 2022

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:00pm On Jul 23, 2022

NAF SEEKS STRONG COLLABORATION WITH TURKISH AIR FORCE IN DEFENCE TECHNOLOGY, FIGHT AGAINST TERRORISM

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao and the Commander of the Turkish Air Force (TurAF), General Hasan Kucukakyuz have expressed the willingness of the 2 air forces to collaborate on defence technology in order to enhance their operational efficiency in the fight against terrorism currently being experienced by both countries. This was made known when Air Marshal Amao recently paid a courtesy call on the Commander TurAF during his 5-day official visit to Turkey. Both also emphasised the need for Nigeria and Turkey to share their experiences on the use of unmanned aircraft systems in counterterrorism operations. This, according to them would enable strategic synergy and enhance proficiency with renewed commitment to wipe out terrorism.
While appreciating Turkish military experience in counter-terrorism operation which spanned over a decade, Air Marshal Amao stated that Turkey was able to achieve operational successes against terrorists due to the usage of right military equipment. “Turkey has succeeded in developing a robust defence industrial sector capable of meeting up to a significant percentage of critical requirements of her armed forces and other security agencies”, he said. Air Marshal Amao therefore called for greater collaborations with the Turkish Air Force Command, even as he said, the NAF appreciates the existing cooperation in the areas of training and extension of invitation for NAF personnel participation in some of the TurAF international military exercises. He then requested for more support from the TurAF in the areas of upgrade and modernization of platforms, air defence training, special forces training as well as training slots in information communication technology for NAF personnel.

Speaking further, Air Marshal Amao noted that the 2 countries could greatly benefit from military student exchange training programmes as the consideration would enhance critical understanding of the 2 countries’ security environments and deepen greater cooperation. While reiterating the need for strong collaboration in defence technology, the CAS stated that the signing of Defence Industry Cooperation Agreement by the 2 countries offered greater opportunity for the NAF and TurAF to work more closely together.

In his remarks, the Commander, TurAF, General Hasan Kucukakyuz noted that Turkish Air Force is willing to deepen cooperation with the NAF by assisting the Service in any area that could ultimately strengthen its operational capabilities. He stated that the NAF would, from now, fully participate in its international military exercises, including ANATOLIA Eagle. General Hasan promised to liaise with the NAF and assist in all areas of military cooperation with other Services in Turkey as well as defence procurement concerns. The 2 air chiefs agreed to fashion out modalities that would enable a meeting between officers of the 2 air forces to outline areas of comprehensive cooperation that could be of mutual value to botho sides.

During the 5-day visit, the CAS toured some prominent Turkish defence companies for identification of possible defence products that could be required by the NAF. These include Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), Aselsan, Havelsan, Manatek, BNW Group, Fly BVLOS and Airways Group and Express Technics. He also paid a courtesy call on the Nigerian Ambassador Extraordinaire Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Republic of Turkey, His Excellency Ismail Yusuf Abba.

Air Marshal Amao was accompanied on the visit by the Chief of Logistics, Air Marshal Olatokunbo Adesanya and Director of Operations, Air Vice Marshal Nnamdi Ananaba from Headquarters Nigerian Air Force.

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

23 July 2022

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:27pm On Jul 21, 2022

lionel4power:
Defence Nigeria appeared to have been blocked. But it seems it back online now.

Ok, thanks.

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:43pm On Jul 21, 2022

Exnavyboy62:
author=lionel4power . Defense news Nigeria has on Twitter

The military couldn't take it anymore, spreading false info about them. Maybe they filed a complaint to the president and just an order from our C in C, Sai Baba who banned Twitter, the clown's acct is GONE

What happened?

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 3:37pm On Jul 20, 2022

Toju200:
next up F7

Yeah.

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 3:37pm On Jul 20, 2022

Toju200:
For Angola

Are you sure?

They are getting LST's from France.

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 2:40pm On Jul 20, 2022

3x Nigerian Air Force L-39ZA have been delivered to 403 FTS in Kano after avionics upgrade in Czech Republic

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 2:05pm On Jul 20, 2022

Anadolu Shipyard developed and designed ships that are in demand by many countries. The shipyard has signed 2 more Landing Ship contracts with an African Country. The ships will be delivered within 2 years.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:14am On Jul 19, 2022

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