₦airaland Forum

jumper524:
I still don't understand why people enjoy hearing bad news about our security agencies.
These are same ediot that keeps complaining about insecurity as the problem of this country and no single forum of encouragement from them.
Anybody close to the military would know that is next to impossible.
An aircraft gun costs about 25million, so how on earth would the army pay 20million for it to be released.
Fools and enemy of states displaying massive ignorance.
To save 5million? Or the bandits spending billions to smuggle weapons in and are finding it difficult through military airstrike, would because of 20million release an aircraft shooter for 20million that they can get in just one good business deal.
It's normal to hate govt, but it's stupidity to believe every nonsense from the media.

Go and brush your stinking mouth, Nigeria is bad news to the world. It must burn to the ground

We never hear anything about the soldiers that were kidnapped at the NDA

googlepikins:
Go and brush your stinking mouth, Nigeria is bad news to the world. It must burn to the ground

your papa village for umuaka phase 2 go burn to the ground animal.

jumper524:
your papa village for umuaka phase 2 go burn to the ground animal.

your papa village for umuaka phase 2 go burn to the ground animal

BuddhaPalm:
That article is from The Wall Street Journal, they don't report nonsense.

Even when the source is pretty clear, notice how the NAF conveniently ignored mentioning the world street journal in its refutal.
The problem is not about the media or what people choose to believe, but the image of NAF

vedaxcool:
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the truth always pains liars. You wailers should not stop your support for banditry online but join them in the bushes so you can get some of that settlement.

Vedaxcool, the Shameless hypocrite.

NAF paid ransome to Terrorists. Your lies can't change that

jumper524:
I still don't understand why people enjoy hearing bad news about our security agencies.
These are same ediot that keeps complaining about insecurity as the problem of this country and no single forum of encouragement from them.
Anybody close to the military would know that is next to impossible.
An aircraft gun costs about 25million, so how on earth would the army pay 20million for it to be released.
Fools and enemy of states displaying massive ignorance.
To save 5million? Or the bandits spending billions to smuggle weapons in and are finding it difficult through military airstrike, would because of 20million release an aircraft shooter for 20million that they can get in just one good business deal.
It's normal to hate govt, but it's stupidity to believe every nonsense from the media.

let me tell you the truth. The security agents decided to make themselves enemies of the people they are supposed to protect. Do you think people just woke up and started shouting end SARS.

amc:
But he has been free since. Where have you been?

i no see d update o...who paid finally or they recused him?

These untrustworthy, chronic liars called NA have come again with their deceitful talks. It's probably true they paid that ransom

DubaiLandLord:
NAF DID NOT MAKE ANY PAYMENT TO BANDITS IN EXCHANGE FOR WEAPONS

1.​ The attention of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has been drawn to news reports circulating on some media platforms alleging that the NAF, through one of its personnel, paid the sum of N20 Million to armed bandits operating in Jibia Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina State in exchange for an anti-aircraft gun allegedly seized. The report went on to state that the reason behind the payment was to retrieve the anti-aircraft gun which, it alleged, the NAF feared could be used against aircraft operating within Katsina State.

2.​ The NAF wishes to categorically state that there is absolutely no iota of truth in the spurious allegation that was undoubtedly designed to cast aspersions on the good image of the Service. The said report is totally false. It should therefore be taken as fake news and disregarded. Indeed, we ordinarily would not have responded to such baseless and utterly illogical allegation but for the need to set the record straight as well as reaffirm the NAF’s unflinching commitment to decisively dealing with the armed bandits and all other criminal elements *in the Country in partnership with other services of the Armed Forces and other security Agencies.*

3.​ For the avoidance of doubt, it must be stated that there is no basis for the NAF to pay bandits or any criminal elements that it has continued to attack and decimate in Katsina State, other parts of *the North-West as well as other Theatres of Operation in the Country.* Indeed, as recent as *12 October 2021* , NAF aircraft conducted 5 missions in the Jibia general area and engaged targets with rockets and cannons at Bala Wuta bandits’ locations in Kadaoji. Similar successes were recorded at Fakai Dutsin Anfare, an area in Jibia LGA known for its high incidences of bandits’ activities. The false reportage therefore, begs the question as to why the NAF would negotiate for a weapon allegedly seized and still carry out air interdiction missions on the same bandits and their strongholds. *The NAF is of the view that, this latest false report could be a part of a campaign to further the cause of insecurity in Nigeria by elements who see the NAF as a threat following series of successful exploits in operations against criminal gangs.*

4.​ Perhaps, this provides an avenue for the NAF to yet again appeal to members of the media, both local and international, as well as social media, to be circumspect in their reportage and endeavour to always verify their facts before going public. The public is enjoined to disregard the falsehood emanating from some sections of the social and mainstream media. The NAF also uses this opportunity to call on citizens to continue to cooperate with security agencies as efforts are ongoing to rid the entire Nation of criminals and their activities.

5.​ On our part, the NAF, as a professional and disciplined force, will not in any way be discouraged from carrying out its mandate to rid the entire North-West Nigeria of banditry and other forms of criminality. We remain resolute in performing our function and will continue to work in synergy with other sister Services and security agencies to rid the Country of all criminal elements.

6.​ Kindly bring this information to the awareness of the general public.


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

17 October 2021

jumper524:
I still don't understand why people enjoy hearing bad news about our security agencies.
These are same ediot that keeps complaining about insecurity as the problem of this country and no single forum of encouragement from them.
Anybody close to the military would know that is next to impossible.
An aircraft gun costs about 25million, so how on earth would the army pay 20million for it to be released.
Fools and enemy of states displaying massive ignorance.
To save 5million? Or the bandits spending billions to smuggle weapons in and are finding it difficult through military airstrike, would because of 20million release an aircraft shooter for 20million that they can get in just one good business deal.
It's normal to hate govt, but it's stupidity to believe every nonsense from the media.

They had to pay the 20M to make sure the bandits don't possess such weapon.
Mind you they overpowered the military and made away with the weapon.
The military was afraid they might use it to shoot down Buhari plane last time he traveled to his home town because he had to fly across the Bush the bandits were occupying.
It is 100 percent true that they paid the 20m. Wall street journal a foreign media reported it.

chucks4sure:
They had to pay the 20M to make sure the bandits don't possess such weapon.
Mind you they overpowered the military and made away with the weapon.
The military was afraid they might use it to shoot down Buhari plane last time he traveled to his home town because he had to fly across the Bush the bandits were occupying.
It is 100 percent true that they paid the 20m. Wall street journal a foreign media reported it.

this ain't the first time foreign media are lying.
Bandits are having it difficult fighting military airstrike..
And to purchase aircraft gun used in bringing down airplanes and smuggle into the country is not an easy feet for any terror group in the world except they steal from military.
Bandits would never release such weapons if they grab hold of it, at least not for 20million a lesser price.

treatise:
Just like "no life was lost at Lekki toll gate during ENDSARS protests"

Those people are really pathetic.They are masters of falsehood.

Guy! Abeg borrow brain. U talking as if u have not been following happenings in this country....

jumper524:
I still don't understand why people enjoy hearing bad news about our security agencies.
These are same ediot that keeps complaining about insecurity as the problem of this country and no single forum of encouragement from them.
Anybody close to the military would know that is next to impossible.
An aircraft gun costs about 25million, so how on earth would the army pay 20million for it to be released.
Fools and enemy of states displaying massive ignorance.
To save 5million? Or the bandits spending billions to smuggle weapons in and are finding it difficult through military airstrike, would because of 20million release an aircraft shooter for 20million that they can get in just one good business deal.
It's normal to hate govt, but it's stupidity to believe every nonsense from the media.

DubaiLandLord:
How can you believe such a news

The narration looks like an action movie

What is happening in northern Nigeria is more dramatic and cinematic than any action movie.

DubaiLandLord:
NAF DID NOT MAKE ANY PAYMENT TO BANDITS IN EXCHANGE FOR WEAPONS

1.​ The attention of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has been drawn to news reports circulating on some media platforms alleging that the NAF, through one of its personnel, paid the sum of N20 Million to armed bandits operating in Jibia Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina State in exchange for an anti-aircraft gun allegedly seized. The report went on to state that the reason behind the payment was to retrieve the anti-aircraft gun which, it alleged, the NAF feared could be used against aircraft operating within Katsina State.

2.​ The NAF wishes to categorically state that there is absolutely no iota of truth in the spurious allegation that was undoubtedly designed to cast aspersions on the good image of the Service. The said report is totally false. It should therefore be taken as fake news and disregarded. Indeed, we ordinarily would not have responded to such baseless and utterly illogical allegation but for the need to set the record straight as well as reaffirm the NAF’s unflinching commitment to decisively dealing with the armed bandits and all other criminal elements *in the Country in partnership with other services of the Armed Forces and other security Agencies.*

3.​ For the avoidance of doubt, it must be stated that there is no basis for the NAF to pay bandits or any criminal elements that it has continued to attack and decimate in Katsina State, other parts of *the North-West as well as other Theatres of Operation in the Country.* Indeed, as recent as *12 October 2021* , NAF aircraft conducted 5 missions in the Jibia general area and engaged targets with rockets and cannons at Bala Wuta bandits’ locations in Kadaoji. Similar successes were recorded at Fakai Dutsin Anfare, an area in Jibia LGA known for its high incidences of bandits’ activities. The false reportage therefore, begs the question as to why the NAF would negotiate for a weapon allegedly seized and still carry out air interdiction missions on the same bandits and their strongholds. *The NAF is of the view that, this latest false report could be a part of a campaign to further the cause of insecurity in Nigeria by elements who see the NAF as a threat following series of successful exploits in operations against criminal gangs.*

4.​ Perhaps, this provides an avenue for the NAF to yet again appeal to members of the media, both local and international, as well as social media, to be circumspect in their reportage and endeavour to always verify their facts before going public. The public is enjoined to disregard the falsehood emanating from some sections of the social and mainstream media. The NAF also uses this opportunity to call on citizens to continue to cooperate with security agencies as efforts are ongoing to rid the entire Nation of criminals and their activities.

5.​ On our part, the NAF, as a professional and disciplined force, will not in any way be discouraged from carrying out its mandate to rid the entire North-West Nigeria of banditry and other forms of criminality. We remain resolute in performing our function and will continue to work in synergy with other sister Services and security agencies to rid the Country of all criminal elements.

6.​ Kindly bring this information to the awareness of the general public.


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

17 October 2021

i dont want to believe this story. i am wondering what an anti aircraft gun is doing in the field. does it mean the bandit or BH have fighter planes and choppers. what i s the NAF shooting down with the Anti aircraft gun, birds or monkeys, except someone want to tell me that the insurgent and bandit already have air capabilities

jumper524:
I still don't understand why people enjoy hearing bad news about our security agencies.
These are same ediot that keeps complaining about insecurity as the problem of this country and no single forum of encouragement from them.
Anybody close to the military would know that is next to impossible.
An aircraft gun costs about 25million, so how on earth would the army pay 20million for it to be released.
Fools and enemy of states displaying massive ignorance.
To save 5million? Or the bandits spending billions to smuggle weapons in and are finding it difficult through military airstrike, would because of 20million release an aircraft shooter for 20million that they can get in just one good business deal.
It's normal to hate govt, but it's stupidity to believe every nonsense from the media.

Nobody ENJOYS hearing bad news from them but the reality is they always deny until the truth cannot be hidden
Also notice it was a reputable foreign press agency not the lagos ibadan brown envelope brigade that broke the news
So you see...nobody likes bad news but the truth is clear

In this regime can the armed force own up to something at least for ones..

There is no smoke without fire. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) is one of the most reliable sources in the world. The news originated from WSJ o!
https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2021/10/18/wsj-how-nigerian-military-bought-back-anti-aircraft-gun-from-kidnapping-gang/

Xbee007:
If you know what an AA gun looks like and how ubiquitous it is with bandits and terrorists you will understand that it's impossible to pay to collect them from enemies of the state. Any idiots can get an AA gun through Libya. The fake news makes absolutely no sense and it was made up by someone who has no clue what an AA gun looks like or with malicious intent.

DubaiLandLord:
Did you really read the news report about how the NAF officer gave the bandits the #20m? It looks like an action movie script

It was carried by WSJ and they don't do fake reports

EmekaBlue:
i no see d update o...who paid finally or they recused him?

You obviously don’t follow the news.

Major abducted during NDA attack rescued by troops[b][/b]
https://www.thecable.ng/military-officer-kidnapped-during-nda-attack-rescued-by-troops/amp

amc:
You obviously don’t follow the news.

Major abducted during NDA attack rescued by troops[b][/b]
https://www.thecable.ng/military-officer-kidnapped-during-nda-attack-rescued-by-troops/amp

Just seeing this. After 24days. Ransom has been paid i bet