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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:40pm On Nov 05, 2021

NNS Thunder participating in Exercise Grand African Nemo 2021

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:16pm On Nov 05, 2021

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:15pm On Nov 05, 2021

CAS AT FIGHTER CONFERENCE IN LONDON, SPEAKS ON AIR POWER STRATEGIES ADOPTED TO TACKLE INSECURITY

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao has disclosed that the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken measures to enhance its airpower capabilities for the conduct of irregular warfare and counterterrorism in support of surface forces. Some of these measures, according to the CAS, include doctrinal development and human capacity building as well as aircraft and equipment acquisition and sustenance. Air Marshal Amao disclosed this while delivering the keynote address at the International Fighter Conference 2021 held in London, United Kingdom. In a paper titled, “Operational Insights, Current Capabilities and Future Priorities of the NAF”, Air Marshal Amao noted that sustaining air power capabilities, given its diverse nature, was a challenge for the NAF in the past. Even more challenging was the drive to ensure the availability, responsible use, and effectiveness of critical airpower capabilities for counterterrorism and counterinsurgency. To address these challenges however, the CAS stated that measures such as the development of an operational doctrine to guide all operational commanders, staff and personnel were emplaced. The NAF doctrines are also expected to stimulate reflective, critical and creative thinking, engender best ethical practices and foster professionalism in employment of our airpower”, he said.

Speaking further, the CAS observed that in efforts at enhancing and sustaining critical airpower capabilities required for joint employment, the NAF has accorded considerable energy and resources towards the development of the most critical component of its fighting power, the airmen. He went on to state that the NAF has also ensured that its trainings are deliberately targeted to address knowledge deficits and manpower needs as well as enhance the professionalism of the airmen. Air Marshal Amao also noted that with the support of the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration, the NAF has acquired several platforms including trainers, rotary wing aircraft, unmanned aircraft systems and fixed wing aircraft. “Through this support, the NAF has since 2015 flown over 40,000 combat and combat support hours in operations against terror groups, insurgents, bandits and other armed militants across the country”, he said. While analyzing Nigeria’s security environment as well as the main threats to national security, the CAS informed the gathering that the capacity of terror groups in the country has largely and significantly been degraded. He however noted that the threat posed by terrorism would require a far greater and comprehensive approach in collaboration with contiguous states and international partners.

In projecting into the future, Air Marshal Amao stated that he envisions a NAF that is well equipped and postured to adequately contend with threats and challenges in a digital environment. He is also optimistic that the NAF of the future would seek additional capabilities that would allow it to engage adversaries in the digital and information environment, whilst still prepared to respond to humanitarian needs occasioned by climate change. The CAS however stated that for these to be actualized, the NAF must immediately begin to improve on educational standards and enable creativity in the mindset of the airmen. According to him, “We must deliberately keep pace with technology, albeit in a cost-effective manner, within the wider context of aerospace power. We must acquire capabilities to enable us operate in a digital environment, which state and non-state actors are likely to find more attractive.”

The International Fighter Conference is a yearly event now in its 19th year. It has over the years built a reputation as the world’s premier event for all elements of the fighter aircraft community with attendance spanning from all over the world. This year’s edition, which had in attendance over 200 participants, specifically dwelled on the utility of combat air, air-integration into multi-domain operations, and continuing interest in both next generation and light attack platforms.

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

5 November 2021

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:12pm On Nov 05, 2021

Ships from Nigeria's Naval Central Command participate in Exercise Grand African Nemo.

Grand African NEMO is a major multinational maritime exercise in the Gulf of Guinea, initiated and led by the French Navy, and involving the Navies of the 18 countries that border the Gulf, as well as 10 other countries.

The Nigerian Navy is an active participant in the annual exercise, and is hosting this year’s edition. The Navy kicked off its participation in the 2021 edition of the Exercise (the 4th so far) yesterday, onboard NNS THUNDER, at the FOT Jetty in Onne, Rivers State.

The Nigerian Navy is deploying 13 ships, 2 helicopters and 2 SBS detachments for the Exercise.

The NN ships participating in the Ex include: NNS THUNDER, NNS NWAMBA, NNS OBULA, NNS SAGBAMA, NNS ZARIA, NNS DORINA, NNS PROSPERITY, NNS GONGOLA, NNS EKULU and NNS SHIRORO.

The participating foreign ships are HMS TRENT, FNS GERMINALE and ITS ANTONIO MARCEGLIA.

Exercise Grand African NEMO is described as “the most important annual maritime security event in the Gulf of Guinea.”

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:48am On Nov 05, 2021

kabe1:
New South-African Navy vessel

First locally built South-African Navy ship since 1986.

P1571 SAS SEKHUKHUNE

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 10:18pm On Nov 04, 2021

The Nigerian Navy on Thursday deployed 13 warships, 2 helicopters and 1,500 troops in a special military exercise against pirates in the Gulf of Guinea.

The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Awwal Gambo, announced the deployment at the flag-off of Exercise Grand African NEMO 2021 in Onne, Rivers.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:47pm On Nov 04, 2021

Nemesis4you:
Just saying
Anything foreign included in any military system will make you susceptible to foreign interference , it is not restricted to design perse

Exactly what I'm saying. I just used design as an example to give an example of the vulnerabilities that exists.

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:05am On Nov 04, 2021*

SuperSixSeven:
And what exactly is the problem with this? The US Constellation Class is designed by Italian Fincantieri Marinette Marine and build in the US by this company. Main constructor of the German Navy MKS 180 is the Dutch company DAMEN. And there are many more examples how defence business is done in a globalized world.

If your design is from abroad you're susceptible to foreign interference.

If you've followed my discussion with @karis, you'll understand the context I'm driving at.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 10:01pm On Nov 03, 2021

kabe1:
Breaking News

Nigerian Navy, Turkish shipyard sign contract for procurement of 2 brand new Offshore Patrol Vessels.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:31pm On Nov 03, 2021

Karis1:
Why does Nigeria keep purchasing equipment that it should be manufacturing itself? I understand the enthusiasm from the term "technological transfer" but I believe Nigeria already has the financial and intellectual capacity to do all this itself

In 2012 we built and launched NNS Andoni.

In December of this year the vessel below would be launched.

We have also eliminated the importation of small patrol boats.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:27pm On Nov 03, 2021

Karis1:
Why does Nigeria keep purchasing equipment that it should be manufacturing itself? I understand the enthusiasm from the term "technological transfer" but I believe Nigeria already has the financial and intellectual capacity to do all this itself
The purchase of arms and equipment from foreign companies mostly serves to line the pockets of the higher echelons of the military and I feel it's no different here..Nigeria does not face any peer sized threat in the near future that would require it to make these purchases externally..I feel that the country

Nigeria's first locally built APC - circa 2010

Today we export the second picture to countries like Chad, and have previously exported a different vehicle to Rwanda and South Sudan

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:20pm On Nov 03, 2021

Karis1:
Why does Nigeria keep purchasing equipment that it should be manufacturing itself? I understand the enthusiasm from the term "technological transfer" but I believe Nigeria already has the financial and intellectual capacity to do all this itself
The purchase of arms and equipment from foreign companies mostly serves to line the pockets of the higher echelons of the military and I feel it's no different here..Nigeria does not face any peer sized threat in the near future that would require it to make these purchases externally..I feel that the country should be investing this cash in local capacity and RnD so that when the time eventually comes and trust you me it will, the country will have systems and expertise in place to produce these vessels at a larger scale and pace..There is no greater investment than in yourself, the only justifiable part of this deal is the training of Nigerian Engineers, which should happen with or without the purchase of such vessels.
There is a great market for inshore and offshore patrol vessels in the Gulf of Guinea, foreigners have seen the opportunities and started making moves..This is to Nigeria, the path to self sufficiency and export of surplus military equipment is no longer long and tedious as it used to provided money and state goodwill is guaranteed, focus on that or you'll be left watching as all your neighbours (potential clients) buy equipment from China, Turkey, Russia and Israel

While you've raised an important argument, building a defence industry is often easier said than done.

To build a strong defence industry in Nigeria, we need to have serious private sector participation. Without that, it's simply not achievable in a Nigerian political context.

No matter how much money government puts into DICON , the company always seems to under achieve.

You also need to remember that Nigeria's first locally built military vehicle was launched in 2010. The industry is still very new in Nigeria.

Nigeria's first locally built military vessel was also launched in 2012.

The industry is still new.

I do not believe that Nigeria has the financial capacity, not on the government side anyway to purse a robust defence Industry. That's why we need improved participation of the private sector.

While Nigeria has many brilliant intellectuals across multiple fields, I don't think we have the adequate intellectual skill in areas like defence manufacturing.

We can however go the Turkish path and import foreign intellectuals from abroad, but I don't see the government doing that.

While we don't currently face a peer sized threat, we do face multiple low intensity threats that are capable of destabilizing the country. Issues around Boko-haram and piracy in the gulf of Guinea if not checked have the capacity to cripple economic activities.

So do we wait and build our industry while boko-haram overruns us or do we buy what we desperately need from abroad while actively encouraging private sector and government investments in defence manufacturing.

Not to slate South-Africa , but the recently launched IPV although built in South-Africa is a Dutch design and a Dutch company built the vessel.

The design for South-African Navy hydrographic ship currently been built was bought from a Canadian company.

Back to Nigeria. The Nigerian Navy has purchased nearly 350 Inshore Patrol Crafts in the last 5 years and all the boats were purchased from Nigerian companies.

30 units of Proforce ARA MRAP from Proforce Nigeria.

More than 80 units of Ezugwu MRAPs from DICON.

Bulletproof vests and Ballistic helmets from Epail , DICON , NMT and Proforce.

The new 9 Ton PF Viper MRAPs would also be supplied to the army.

SDB 3 would be launched soon.

So while we should strive to build defence industry, we shouldn't forget the important role imports play.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:03pm On Nov 03, 2021

P1571 SAS SEKHUKHUNE

South-African Navy

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:55pm On Nov 03, 2021

SuperSixSeven:
The 2 Hamilton OPVs are going to leave the fleet mid of this decade. So with the introduction of the Turkish vessels (in 37 months!) there will still be 4 OPVs in service if not additional platforms introduced.

Although the Hamilton class are old, the Navy has no plans in retiring them in this decade. Nigerian Navy ships are well maintained and always used in rotation.

There would be 6 OPVs in service, distributed across the 3 Naval commands.

NNS Unity and Centenary are based in Lagos permanently.

NNS Thunder and Okpobana are based in One with one of the ships always visiting calabar.

So I think the Navy would shuttle the P18N OPVs across the Eastern and Central Naval commands while the new Turkish OPVs would be based in the Western Naval Command.

Same thing would happen to NNS Karaduwa when SDB 3 is launched.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:41pm On Nov 03, 2021

The Nigerian Navy continues to purse it's 2010 strategic plan for fleet recapitalization.

This is important to see as it always for the general growth of the service. Unlike the army's procurement that seems all over the place, the Navy and Air force have shown tangible commitment in growing properly equipped branches that are designed to combat threats each branch of service is likely going to face now and in the near future.

Although I have my reservations about Turkish made military equipment(not relating to combat effectiveness), Turkish military ships and UAVs sales continue to grow remarkably.

In all Nigeria would have 6 OPVs in service, with a service requirement for 8 OPVs.

I hope with this purchase, the Nigerian Navy would look at more offensive assets.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:22pm On Nov 03, 2021

Following the recent contract signing, the most important point is the ability for the Nigerian Navy to add missiles and air defence systems if required for this new ship.

An OPV in peacetime and a missile slinging ship in wartime. cool

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:14pm On Nov 03, 2021

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:11pm On Nov 03, 2021

NIGERIAN NAVY SIGNS CONTRACT FOR TWO NEW WARSHIPS

The Nigerian Navy today signed a contract with a Turkish company, Messrs Dearsan Shipyard Limited for the purchase of 2 brand new Offshore Patrol Vessels. The 2 vessels are expected to be completed within 37 months. Speaking at the ceremony, Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Gambo recalled that Nigerian Navy has in the last couple of months brought to bear her dominant status in the region by sustaining an aggressive presence in the nation’s maritime environment, leading to drastic reduction in acts of criminality in the domain. This development he added has been acknowledged by the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) in its Global Piracy Report of 14 July 2021, indicating the lowest total of piracy and armed attacks against ships in 27 years. According to the CNS, this report was corroborated by the Defence Web maritime security report of 15 October 2021 which noted further decline in reported cases of piracy and armed attacks against shipping in the Gulf of Guinea (GoG), a development he attributed to the impact of NN maritime security operations efforts.

Admiral Gambo stated that the contract signing ceremony was another milestone achievement by the Nigerian Navy in her fleet renewal effort towards realizing her 2021-2030 Strategic Plan and expressed gratitude to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency President Muhammadu Buhari for his continued support and goodwill towards the Nigerian Navy. The CNS also recalled that on the directive of the President and Commander-in-Chief, the Nigerian Navy hosted the Chief of the Ghana Navy to discuss collaborative efforts to combat piracy and other maritime crimes in the GoG and during the meeting, it was agreed that there was a need to establish a standing ECOWAS Multinational Task Force in the GoG.

Pertinently, to sustain the upwards trajectory of the NN’s operational engagements and actively participate in the proposed Task Force, the CNS informed that the President granted approval for the NN to procure 2 High Endurance Offshore Patrol Vessels with the capability to carry out maritime interdiction operations, surveillance and special forces operations as well as provide naval fire support to land forces. ”The OPVs will also be capable of conducting search and rescue operations, anti-piracy, anti-smuggling and anti-drug trafficking operations and disaster relief operations among others”.

Admiral Gambo further revealed that the process of selecting a shipyard capable of constructing the OPVs began in earnest and Dearsan Shipyard Limited was selected based on its track record and the conviction that the shipyard would be able to construct a platform that could be deployed as an OPV in peacetime, while having the capability and flexibility to be quickly outfitted with sensors and weapons to re-role the platform for warfare and maritime defence purposes, at a cost effective price. According to him, today was a remarkable day as it marked the consummation of relationship between the NN and Messrs Dearsan which is hoped would lead to more fruitful engagements between Nigeria and Turkey in the future.

While responding, the Chief Executive Officer of Messrs Dearsan Shipyard, Mr Murat Gordi appreciated the Nigerian Navy and the Federal Government for the confidence placed on their company to construct the Offshore Patrol Vessels. He further assured that the company would reciprocate by building the best in class vessel for the Nigerian Navy and ensure the contract is faithfully executed to deliver true value for money. Mr Gordi added that this project will further strengthen ties between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Turkey through the provision of added value in technological transfer and expertise. The event was graced by principal staff officers of the Naval Headquarters and representatives from Messrs Dearsan Shipyard Limited.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 4:08pm On Nov 03, 2021

Breaking News

Nigerian Navy, Turkish shipyard sign contract for procurement of 2 brand new Offshore Patrol Vessels.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 3:59pm On Nov 03, 2021

kabe1:
New South-African Navy vessel

First locally built South-African Navy ship since 1986.

P1571 SAS SEKHUKHUNE

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 1:28pm On Nov 03, 2021

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 1:27pm On Nov 03, 2021*

New South-African Navy vessel

First locally built South-African Navy ship since 1986.

P1571 SAS SEKHUKHUNE

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 10:46pm On Nov 02, 2021

NTSA:
State of emergency imposed in Ethiopia. PM Abiy urges public in Addis to pick up arms "defend" city against a combined OLA/TDF onslaught.

What's really happening in that country?

Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 5:33pm On Nov 02, 2021

Nigerian army Type-89 APCs

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:17pm On Oct 31, 2021

Indian Navy locally built Aircraft Carrier

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 3:39pm On Oct 31, 2021

Ken006:
Can anyone pls identify these rifles for me?

CZ 805 BREN

CZ 806 BREN 2 - picture below.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 3:36pm On Oct 31, 2021

Nigerian Navy training

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Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:57pm On Oct 30, 2021

Nigerian Navy Ships and vessels training with HMS Trent.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by kabe1: 12:40pm On Oct 30, 2021

Stormtrooper11:
Negative. The platforms in a COIN context are on par because the IFV gets to transport troops, which is an advantage to tanks. Mind you the merkava mk. 4 can carry troops too, so let's not generalise this tank stuff. Let's be only on the Nigerian context.

Nigerian tanks carry 125mm weaponry, 12.7mm, 7.62 mm, 9k119 refleks ATGMs. Yeah, they are faster than tanks but not all. Vt4 tanks go for 70km/hr and cover 500 km distance without external fuel. They are both good for recon considering the thermal sights on the platform.

Determination is key. When I said determination, i covered everything. Determination translates to will, will translates to been dedicated to employ the right services and equipments to achieve your goals.

Like I told you earlier, no amount of determination would win you are war.

Wars are won through strategy, tactics and the right equipment.

Tanks have a very low rate of fire when compared to IFVs.

Tanks require Infantry protection.

Tank ammunitions are expensive when compared to IFVs

Tank maintenance is not flexible like an IFV.

Tanks are generally more expensive to deploy.

Tanks are slower, consume more diesel and cannot cover the distance an IFV would cover.

Tanks require auxiliary vehicles to deploy them to the front lines.

Tanks are not recon vehicles as they don't have the profile or speed or maneuverability to perform reconnaissance missions.

Tanks cost 4 times the IFV.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by kabe1: 12:02pm On Oct 30, 2021

Stormtrooper11:
Nigeria's greatest resource ain't oil, ain't gold, ain't Iron ore neither cocoa nor cassava and rice. Our greatest resource is our people. That population alone, gives us the capability to eclipse anyone. We can leverage on our population and it will become a great capability or we let it become our liability. Education is key to our development and success.

We are talking about financial resources available to procure military equipment.

Yet you're giving me inspirational quotes.

Which country on earth wey no get people?

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by kabe1: 11:45am On Oct 30, 2021

Stormtrooper11:
There is money in Nigeria. We got resources, we got the ability to make the money and build the economy. There is no way that a country with 200 million people, produces a large amount of oil, which is a major resource, produces alotta agricultural products be poor.

Do you know that Norway, a country of 5 million people, a country that is geographically smaller than Nigeria produces more crude oil than Nigeria?

You really need to look at things in the context you're comparing.

Nigeria is a middle, lower income country with a population of over 200 million people.

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