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Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 9:17am On Jan 01, 2025
[/b]We honor the brave soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice, allowing us to celebrate this season with our families. Our heartfelt gratitude also goes to the families who celebrate without their loved ones, cherishing their memory and courage[b]

#AFRD2025 #ThankASoldier

Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by ocelot2006(m): 12:52pm On Jan 01, 2025
bidexiii:
Love the desert camouflage painting on these APC, looks like the stretched version of the Made in Nigeria DongFeng Mengshi CSK-131. These vehicles are being assembled locally by EPAIL.
Beautiful. Now replace all Hiluxs with this and hand over the former to Military Police.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 5:26pm On Jan 01, 2025
ocelot2006:
Beautiful. Now replace all Hiluxs with this and hand over the former to Military Police.
Mixed with Proforce MRAPs, Case closed grin
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 5:32pm On Jan 01, 2025
[/b]OLD BUT JUST SAW THESE ?[b]

As Part of the Effort to Tackle the Menace of Crudeoil Theft, Illegal Oil Bunkering and Pipeline Vandalism, the FG has Commissioned 8 Gunboat for the NSCDC

Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by Raheeqilmaktoom: 6:58pm On Jan 01, 2025
Odunayaw:
I've been following the accusations of Niger and I have been laughing hard. Majorly because it's another lesson to those in the far north whose loyalties are to other things asides a unified Nigeria.
This is sad coming from you.

A lot of effort has gone into making this look like - another instance of the north refusing to do the right thing.

I believe the position of the greater part of the north is - we want no instability in whatever form.

When the president, in the aftermath of the coup alluded to taking a military action, it was opposed by the north because it was the most common sensical thing to do.

The president said he will go to war, against who, he was unclear.

Any instability in Niger will first be felt by Sokoto, Zamfara, Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, Yobe and Maiduguri before being felt by Abuja, if at all it was felt.
Not even talking about Bayelsa, Delta or Lagos, that will not know a thing of what's happening.

Let's not forget that during that time, the country was dealing with crisis of a generation - inflation at a never seen before scale, hardship and employment were at a summit.

So much so that, people were willing to trade the govt, it was during that period that the govt wanted to undertake the ill thought proposition.

Nigeria is better off a united, prosperous country, but saying let's think through actions doesn't mean anyone owe loyalty to any other country.

It's just common sense.

Besides, the uproar that Tchiani's allegations have caused are just that, a manifestation of lack of trust by the people in the govt, so much so that they think the govt will sign any deal signable.

No one cares about Tchiani and his gang, just don't invite chaos into our homes.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by Exnavyboy62: 7:42pm On Jan 01, 2025
Raheeqilmaktoom:
This is sad coming from you.

A lot of effort has gone into making this look like - another instance of the north refusing to do the right thing.

I believe the position of the greater part of the north is - we want no instability in whatever form.

When the president, in the aftermath of the coup alluded to taking a military action, it was opposed by the north because it was the most common sensical thing to do.

The president said he will go to war, against who, he was unclear.

Any instability in Niger will first be felt by Sokoto, Zamfara, Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, Yobe and Maiduguri before being felt by Abuja, if at all it was felt.
Not even talking about Bayelsa, Delta or Lagos, that will not know a thing of what's happening.

Let's not forget that during that time, the country was dealing with crisis of a generation - inflation at a never seen before scale, hardship and employment were at a summit.

So much so that, people were willing to trade the govt, it was during that period that the govt wanted to undertake the ill thought proposition.

Nigeria is better off a united, prosperous country, but saying let's think through actions doesn't mean anyone owe loyalty to any other country.

It's just common sense.

Besides, the uproar that Tchiani's allegations have caused are just that, a manifestation of lack of trust by the people in the govt, so much so that they think the govt will sign any deal signable.

No one cares about Tchiani and his gang, just don't invite chaos into our homes.
Welp, so the Nigerian government did not interfere in Niger militarily and yet chaos still came into your homes in the form of Lakurawa terrorist group. And now the Nigerien military junta is accusing the Federal Republic of Nigeria(South West, South East and North) of conniving with France to help Lakurawa in destabilizing the Sahel region. The same Lakurawa that we are fighting as part of a multinational joint task force.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by Raheeqilmaktoom: 8:15pm On Jan 01, 2025
Exnavyboy62:
Welp, so the Nigerian government did not interfere in Niger militarily and yet chaos still came into your homes in the form of Lakurawa terrorist group. And now the Nigerien military junta is accusing the Federal Republic of Nigeria(South West, South East and North) of conniving with France to help Lakurawa in destabilizing the Sahel region. The same Lakurawa that we are fighting as part of a multinational joint task force.
Smh. Such weak arguments.

Was banditry also a result of the Nigerien military regime?

Or were BHs Niger bases a result of a military rule in Niger?

The FG has the right to treat the so called Lakurawa as they've been treating any terrorist group - of which we all are witnesses.

The FG also has the right to treat the Nigerien regime as they should regarding the false accusations, we have seen counter statements from all concerned authorities.

The point is, let's look at things from an unbiased and objective stand.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:55pm On Jan 01, 2025
[/b]Troops eliminate 10,937 terrorists, apprehend 12,538 in 2024[b]
 
The Military High Command says the troops deployed to various operations across the country have in the last 12 months eliminated 10,937 terrorists, apprehended 12,538  and rescued 7,063 hostages.
The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known while briefing newsmen on the operations of the military in the year 2024, on Tuesday in Abuja.
Buba said that troops significantly degraded the fighting capabilities of terrorists, recording 16,171 surrendered terrorist combatants and their families, during the course of the year.
He said that troops recovered 8,815 weapons, 228,004 ammunitions and denied the oil thieves an estimated sum over N68.4 billion.
The director gave the breakdown of the recoveries as: 4,332 AK47 rifles, 1,244 locally fabricated guns; 838 dane guns; 259 pump action guns; 128,496 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, and 45,445 rounds of 7.62mm NATO.
Others are 5,103 cartridges, 2,131 assorted arms and 29,176 assorted ammunitions.
In the North-East, he said that the troops of Operation Hadin Kai neutralised 3,151 terrorists, arrested 2,503 suspects and rescued 1,605 kidnap hostages within the year.
Buba said that the troops also recovered 1,802 AK47 rifles, 446 fabricated rifles; 438 dane guns; 378 assorted arms; 42,439 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo; 16,336 rounds of 7.62mm NATO and 12,429 assorted ammunitions in the North East.
He said that in the North-Central, the troops of Operations Safe Haven and Whirl Stroke, neutralised 1,047 violent extremists, arrested 3,001 and rescued 1,782 kidnap hostages.
Buba said that the troops also recovered 549 AK47 rifles, 321 fabricated guns; 629 assorted arms; 19,577 rounds of 7.62mm special; 2,962 rounds of 7.62mm NATO and 4,084 assorted ammunitions.
In the North-West, he said that the troops of Operation Hadarin Daji, in the course of the year neutralised 2,906 terrorists, arrested 1,826 suspects and rescued 2,616 kidnap hostages.
According to him, troops recovered 1,450 AK47 rifles, 477 fabricated guns; 576 assorted arms; 31,999 rounds of 7.62mm special; 14,960 rounds of 7.62mm NATO and 6,564 assorted ammunitions.
Under Operation Whirl Stroke, Buba said the troops neutralised 742 terrorists, arrested 1,877 suspects and rescued 595 kidnap hostages.
He said that the troops equally recovered 364 AK47 rifles, 302 assorted arms; 12,422 rounds of 7.62mm special; 5,991 rounds of 7.62mm NATO and 2,818 assorted ammunitions.
Buba said that in the South-South, the troops of Operation Delta Safe neutralised 78 terrorists, arrested 2,357 persons involved in crude oil theft and rescued 93 kidnap hostages.
According to him, troops also blocked oil thieves from stealing 56.2 million litres of crude oil; 9.7 million litres of AGO; 95,595 litres of DPK and 156,527 litres of PMS.
“Furthermore, troops recovered 538 assorted weapons; 13,198 assorted ammunition; destroyed 2,019 wooden boats and 2,612 illegal refining sites,’’ he said.
In the South-East, Buba said the troops of Operation UDO KA sustained the momentum in finding, flushing out and destroying IPOB /ESN terrorists at locations in which they hibernate.
He said that the troops intercepted and arrested several IPOB/ESN terrorists, collaborators; gun runners and informants; as well as neutralised 734 terrorists; arrested 974 suspects and rescued 372 kidnap hostages.
“Additionally, troops seek to continue to heighten collaboration with neighbouring countries and regional bodies, in order to tackle the menace of terrorism.
“Importantly, troops in the battlefield are in high spirits, fully committed, devoted and believe in the justness of the cause.
“On the whole, the war is not for the armed forces alone, but for all citizens. The military, therefore, urges for more citizens support, in order to win the war,’’ Buba said.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 8:25am On Jan 02, 2025
#CION
#NW/NC
#NA

Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by Odunayaw(m): 12:55pm On Jan 02, 2025
Raheeqilmaktoom:
This is sad coming from you.

A lot of effort has gone into making this look like - another instance of the north refusing to do the right thing.
You have only answered from your presuppositions.

The far north has resisted attempts to regulate & enforce law at border activities citing historical tribal and religious ties with Niger. We pay for that dearly as a nation.

I have been up north for major of the last 6yrs of my life. In kebbi you have people whose farm are in Nigér and vice versa. If you have anyone in Immigrations or Customs you can confirm.

It's not news, the Hausa nation across the borders see themselves as one and this "Hausanization" colors the diplomatic relationship between us (seeing that politically the north has mostly held the upper hand). No need to believe me there's research to that end in the Social Sciences Research Journal even as recently as 2021.

So, there's nothing to be sad about. I did not misspeak. The misbehaviors of Tchiani comes as a surprise to the far north.

That talk about lack of trust will not fly abeg
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by Raheeqilmaktoom: 9:53pm On Jan 02, 2025
Odunayaw:
You have only answered from your presuppositions.

The far north has resisted attempts to regulate & enforce law at border activities citing historical tribal and religious ties with Niger. We pay for that dearly as a nation.

I have been up north for major of the last 6yrs of my life. In kebbi you have people whose farm are in Nigér and vice versa. If you have anyone in Immigrations or Customs you can confirm.

It's not news, the Hausa nation across the borders see themselves as one and this "Hausanization" colors the diplomatic relationship between us (seeing that politically the north has mostly held the upper hand). No need to believe me there's research to that end in the Social Sciences Research Journal even as recently as 2021.

So, there's nothing to be sad about. I did not misspeak. The misbehaviors of Tchiani comes as a surprise to the far north.

That talk about lack of trust will not fly abeg
A whole lot of nothing you just said.

1. "The north has resisted efforts to regulate the borders", this is beyond funny, it's pathetic. If you can make such a claim, it shouldn't be on this thread.

Nigerian govt has been unable to deploy the necessary tools and mechanisms that enable border control.


Cite one source of a time when the north rejected such efforts.

It has been said and lamented upon by multiple ministers of interior, immigration and defense chiefs.

But yeah as always, it's the north.

2. What has people having the same culture and religion got to do with nationhood?

There are reportedly Yoruba in Brazil, that doesn't in anyway stop them from being Brazilians.

Likewise the 'hausa-fulani' people that are found all over west Africa, being Hausa or Fulani doesn't stop one from being a Ghanian or Chadian.

And them sharing such demography with a part of Nigeria's population doesn't make them Nigerians.

3. And in the end, you still fail to objectively justify your first assertion.

"The north is loyal to Niger more than to Nigeria",

why?

"Because they were against taking military action that could destabilize the entire region and straddle them with additional burden".

"And yeah, saying that the argument above is pathetic is infact admitting that you are more Nigerien than Nigerian".
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 9:16pm On Jan 03, 2025
bidexiii:
[/b]FORGING GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS: NAF EXPLORES ADVANCED DEFENCE SOLUTIONS IN QATAR[b]

In furtherance of his Command Philosophy to transform the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) into an agile and resilient force which effectively fulfils the airpower imperatives of national security, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar was recently in Doha, Qatar to engage with Barzan Holdings, a leading Qatari defence company. Discussions centred on leveraging opportunities for technology transfer, and the acquisition of cutting-edge solutions to meet the operational demands of the NAF. This aligns with the CAS’s strategic intent to enhance the NAF's core competencies through innovation and collaboration, underscoring the importance of global partnerships in the development of critical national security capabilities.
The engagement with Barzan Holdings also reflects the broader objectives of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to Qatar in March 2024, which sought to strengthen bilateral relations, particularly in the areas of security and economic cooperation.
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Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by Odunayaw(m): 7:36pm On Jan 04, 2025
Raheeqilmaktoom:
A whole lot of nothing you just said.

1. "The north has resisted efforts to regulate the borders", this is beyond funny, it's pathetic. If you can make such a claim, it shouldn't be on this thread.

Nigerian govt has been unable to deploy the necessary tools and mechanisms that enable border control.


Cite one source of a time when the north rejected such efforts.

It has been said and lamented upon by multiple ministers of interior, immigration and defense chiefs.

But yeah as always, it's the north.

2. What has people having the same culture and religion got to do with nationhood?

There are reportedly Yoruba in Brazil, that doesn't in anyway stop them from being Brazilians.

Likewise the 'hausa-fulani' people that are found all over west Africa, being Hausa or Fulani doesn't stop one from being a Ghanian or Chadian.

And them sharing such demography with a part of Nigeria's population doesn't make them Nigerians.

3. And in the end, you still fail to objectively justify your first assertion.

"The north is loyal to Niger more than to Nigeria",

why?

"Because they were against taking military action that could destabilize the entire region and straddle them with additional burden".

"And yeah, saying that the argument above is pathetic is infact admitting that you are more Nigerien than Nigerian".
grin I must have touched a nerve. Because what is this irritating strawmaning

1. Cite sources? I lived the major part of my last 6 years up north. Among the many reasons for poor border control include local cooperation. The borders are considered impermanent due to historio-cultural ties. That is what they are loyal to! Not Niger or Nigeria but tribal nationalism.

2. No other part of the country influences policy based on tribal nationalism. As closely related as the SW is with Southern Benín republic there's a line when it comes to Nigerian-Benín relations.

Case in point is how Sunday Igboho was incarcerated on behalf of Nigeria by Benin.

3.This is a silly Strawman. This nonsense is a contortion of my first post just so you can justify your sensitivities.

Never mentioned the military nor "the north" is more loyal to Niger than Nigeria.

"it's another lesson to those in the far north whose loyalties are to other things asides a unified Nigeria."

There's no law protecting a right to not get offended especially when it is caused by poor comprehension skills.

You could read;
Border Closure And Border Governance Dialectics in Nigeria (Amunu Idris, 2024) alongside the one i mentioned in my last response to you

Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 10:46am On Jan 05, 2025
NIGERIAN ARMY DECORATES FIRST FEMALE INFANTRY CORPS ARMY WARRANT OFFICER IN ABUJA

In a historic milestone, the Nigerian Army Women Command celebrated the promotion of Army Warrant Officer Hajara Egbunu on Friday, January 3, 2025. Brigadier General Mathias Amatso, Commander of the Nigerian Army Women Command, decorated Egbunu with her new rank badge during a ceremony held at the Command Conference Room in Abuja. This landmark achievement makes Egbunu the first female soldier from the elite Infantry Corps and the Nigerian Army Women Command to attain the prestigious rank of Army Warrant Officer.

Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 2:39pm On Jan 05, 2025
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by Floky215: 4:15pm On Jan 05, 2025
Odunayaw:
grin I must have touched a nerve. Because what is this irritating strawmaning

1. Cite sources? I lived the major part of my last 6 years up north. Among the many reasons for poor border control include local cooperation. The borders are considered impermanent due to historio-cultural ties. That is what they are loyal to! Not Niger or Nigeria but tribal nationalism.

2. No other part of the country influences policy based on tribal nationalism. As closely related as the SW is with Southern Benín republic there's a line when it comes to Nigerian-Benín relations.

Case in point is how Sunday Igboho was incarcerated on behalf of Nigeria by Benin.

3.This is a silly Strawman. This nonsense is a contortion of my first post just so you can justify your sensitivities.

Never mentioned the military nor "the north" is more loyal to Niger than Nigeria.

"it's another lesson to those in the far north whose loyalties are to other things asides a unified Nigeria."

There's no law protecting a right to not get offended especially when it is caused by poor comprehension skills.

You could read;
Border Closure And Border Governance Dialectics in Nigeria (Amunu Idris, 2024) alongside the one i mentioned in my last response to you
Nigerian unity is only on paper..but many prefare to play the ostrich
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by ocelot2006(m): 11:51pm On Jan 05, 2025
bidexiii:
Mixed with Proforce MRAPs, Case closed grin
Ghen ghen! Beautiful! See our Frontline troops deserve all the protection they need in the field. The soft skinned Hilux, while respected, simply won't cut it. Give it to the rear-end folks.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op):
[/b]NAF ENGINEERS DEMONSTRATE EXCEPTIONAL EXPERTISE BY REVIVING AIRCRAFT GROUNDED FOR 23 YEARS[b]

In a phenomenal display of engineering ingenuity, aircraft engineers and technicians of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) have accomplished the remarkable feat of reactivating a Dornier DO-228 aircraft, which had been grounded for 23 years. This achievement underscores NAF’s growing capacity for indigenous maintenance to bolster its operational readiness, whilst contributing to Nigeria’s inherent aviation capabilities.

The aircraft, originally designated "5N-MPS" and operated by the now defunct Ministry of Mines, Power, and Steel, had been grounded at the DANA facility in Kaduna since 2001. However, sequel to a Presidential Directive for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to transfer such grounded platforms to the NAF for evaluation and possible reactivation, the NAF initiated this project. The NAF took on the challenge of reactivating this aircraft, a Dash 201 Series with only 1,081 flight hours since new, considering the task a unique opportunity to restore a valuable national asset. The reactivation process, for the grounded aircraft - redesignated “NAF-039” - was conducted between June and September 2024, involving meticulous planning and painstaking execution by a crack team of 5 engineering officers and 40 technicians from the NAF 431 Engineering Group (Engr Gp), Kaduna.

This accomplishment, which required the application of advanced engineering techniques and adherence to stringent aviation standards, attests to the NAF’s growing technical expertise and resolute determination. The success of this project carries significant strategic implications, bearing in mind that, beyond enhancing the NAF’s fleet, it symbolises the Service’s resolve to achieve self-reliance in aviation maintenance for operational effectiveness. It also serves as a morale booster for the NAF engineers and technicians, showcasing their ability to undertake complex projects which otherwise would be outsourced to foreign entities.

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, lauded the 431 Engr Gp for their dedication, and emphasised the broader import of the achievement. He noted that the project reflects NAF’s resolve to optimise resources, strengthen its fleet, and uphold national security through operational excellence. “The successful reactivation of NAF 039 is not just an operational gain; it is a statement of our capabilities and our commitment to self-reliance,” he added. Significantly, this accomplishment builds upon the NAF’s earlier successes, such as the conduct of the first in-country 4,800-hour inspection on another DO-228 aircraft in January 2024.

Together, these milestones highlight the NAF’s growing capacity for advanced in-house aircraft maintenance, and serve as a foundation for future projects aimed at achieving technical autonomy.
The reactivation of NAF-039 after 23 years is more than an engineering achievement; it showcases the NAF's ingenuity, resilience, and commitment to operational excellence. It also reaffirms the Air Force’s vital role in safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity, while highlighting its dedication to resource optimisation and self-reliance. The newly reactivated aircraft will bolster the NAF’s tactical airlift capabilities by joining the fleet of DO 228 aircraft, a platform still actively used worldwide. This achievement solidifies the NAF’s position as a formidable player in Africa’s aviation sector, with the potential to lead in indigenous maintenance and technical innovation.

Olusola F Akinboyewa
Air Vice Marshal
Director Public Relations and Information
Headquarters Nigerian Air Force

8 January 2025

Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by AskiaHarem(m): 5:13pm On Jan 09, 2025
Libya crazy man. I didn’t know they where selling eastes too.

Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by QuietMynd: 12:06pm On Jan 10, 2025
bidexiii:
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I jst don't understand their obsession with foreign product for God's sake
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op):
QuietMynd:
I jst don't understand their obsession with foreign product for God's sake
But we don't make them, and soldiers at the frontline needs them.
What I hate the most is that we don't stick to a particular hardware. We've seen the airforce SOF with the IWI DAN .338 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle and probably this will be coming soon the the force inventory.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 4:18pm On Jan 10, 2025
[/b]President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR decorates his ADC Nurudeen Yusuf with new rank of Colonel at the Presidential Villa, Abuja[b]

Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by QuietMynd: 11:21am On Jan 11, 2025
bidexiii:
But we don't make them, and soldiers at the frontline needs them.
What I hate the most is that we don't stick to with a particular hardware. We've seen the airforce SOF with the IWI DAN .338 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle and probably this will be coming soon the the force inventory.
We don't make APC kwa huh
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 1:56pm On Jan 11, 2025
QuietMynd:
We don't make APC kwa huh
Do we make the quantity we need on yearly basis, even Perforce & DICON can't meet the APC/AFV demands of NA.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by Odunayaw(m): 3:28pm On Jan 11, 2025
bidexiii:
Do we make the quantity we need on yearly basis, even Perforce & DICON can't meet the APC/AFV demands of NA.
Were the DHQ/NA purchases in the form of short/medium/long term contracts, those companies would be able to expand to deal with the orders.

We have NA shopping like they are in a Kasua so we are stuck with buying from abroad.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 5:28pm On Jan 11, 2025
Odunayaw:
Were the DHQ/NA purchases in the form of short/medium/long term contracts, those companies would be able to expand to deal with the orders.

[/b]We have NA shopping like they are in a Kasua so we are stuck with buying from abroad[b]
grin grin grin grin
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by SpaceX: 2:58am On Jan 12, 2025
AskiaHarem:
Libya crazy man. I didn’t know they where selling eastes too.
sincerely sympathize with her family, this is wickedness to the highest order. Devil's in human form....
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by QuietMynd:
bidexiii:
Do we make the quantity we need on yearly basis, even Perforce & DICON can't meet the APC/AFV demands of NA.
I don't believe this.
What is the total demand of the military sef.
If all these is disclosed, we will be able to know if the defense companies re the unserious ones.
I see no reason why the defense companies won't expand to meet demand when they re not giving the product out on loan.
No business will tell u he can't meet ur demand.
This is business 101.
So I don't believe all those excuse.
Proforce said in one of their interviews that they have the capacity to meet the demand of the military.
Apart from their main factory in Remo, there is also another factory in porthacourt.
I think it has to do with preference. They jst love foreign product and what they stand to gain from foreign purchase.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by Exnavyboy62: 10:30pm On Jan 12, 2025
QuietMynd:
I don't believe this.
What is the total demand of the military sef.
If all these is disclosed, we will be able to know if the defense companies re the unserious ones.
I see no reason why the defense companies won't expand to meet demand when they re not giving the product out on loan.
No business will tell u he can't meet ur demand.
This is business 101.
So I don't believe all those excuse.
Proforce said in one of their interviews that they have the capacity to meet the demand of the military.
Apart from their main factory in Remo, there is also another factory in porthacourt.
I think it has to do with preference. They jst love foreign product and what they stand to gain from foreign orders.
Defence procurement is a complex process. There is more to it than meets the eye. Nigerian defence industry is developing but yet it still has its limits. For example, Proforce at best can only make MRAPs, no evidence that shows they can go as far as making tracked and wheeled IFVs or MBTs. Even the MRAPS they make, not all of them meet the requirements of the army.
For instance, the army needs a number of MRAPs let’s say 60 and they need it as soon as possible, like within the period of 6 months. The MRAP must be capable of withstanding 15kg explosives under the belly, v-shaped hull, has a complement of a driver, a gunner, vehicle commander and can carry 12 personnels onboard also. Should withstand being shot at with 20mm ammo at a distance of as far as 1 km and it should also be able to employ a remote weapon station, and it should carry some certain communication equipments. If Proforce, EPAIL or Innoson doesn’t have a vehicle with this specifications on shelf, they will have to go do research and development to make the design of this vehicle which will cost a long time, myriad of effort and plentiful resources. Rather than make these sacrifices, the army goes for the cheaper alternative which is buy any foreign vehicle that has the specifications and can meet up with delivery time. I hope you understand what I’m trying to say here

Let me try again with the navy as an example. It’s as if you are saying the Nigerian Navy should not purchase anymore vessels because we have Naval Dockyard Limited and Naval Shipyard limited building vessels for the Nigerian Navy. Yes they build ships but they have their limits. Presently the Naval Dockyard Limited can make only Seaward Defence Boats at best, vessels that can patrol our littoral waters but can’t go as far as the ocean. If the navy needs an high endurance, ocean going, offshore patrol vessel that can stay as long as 20 days in the ocean, can go as far as Brazil to participate in exercises, has a compliment of 50, 60, or 70 sailors, should have an helicopter hangar and landing deck and should sport specific radars you know and so on and so fault, the navy will not wait for the two local shipyards to take time in research and development, design of the vessel then construction that takes a huge amount of time given the present shipbuilding capabilities of Nigeria, instead the go for foreign options that are available or can be made available within the given time period and will be cheaper and less time consuming.

And as for the weapons procurement, it’s also not an easy feat. If a battalion commander says his troops need an armoured vehicle, he will have to prove why they need it to his divisional commander. From divisional commander to Procurement department of Army to Chief of Army staff to Chief of defence staff, to Defence minister to National Security Advisor to house of senate, each step in the hierarchy has to prove to the ones at the top as to why they need a particular equipment. If the senate debates it and they say No, BOOM! back to square one.

In case my write up needs correction anywhere feel free to do so. We are learning everyday.
Re: Battle Field Discussion (picture/video) Of African Military . by bidexiii(op): 9:54am On Jan 14, 2025
[/b]INDIAN NAVY SHIP TUSHIL ARRIVES LAGOS NIGERIA[b]

On Sunday 12 January 2025, the Indian Navy Ship (INS) TUSHIL arrived Lagos on a port visit to Nigerian Navy. She was received by Officers and Men of the Western Naval Command.

Subsequently, on Monday 13 January 2025, the INS TUSHIL ship company went for a visited Nigerian Navy Ship KADA and were given a tour of the ship.

For many years, the Indian and Nigerian Navies have collaborated in areas of maritime security.

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