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[/b]NAF EXPLORES ADVANCED TRAINING AND TECHNOLOGICAL SYNERGIES IN CANADA TO BOOST OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS[b]

In furtherance of ongoing efforts to enhance operational effectiveness and strengthen strategic partnerships, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) sent a delegation of three senior officers led by Air Commodore AH Idris, the Director of Training, to the International Test Pilot School (ITPS) in Canada. The visit reflects the commitment of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, to delivering effective and smarter airpower in counterinsurgency operations through global collaboration, advanced training, and continuous technological innovation.

The engagement provided a platform to explore avenues of partnership between the NAF and ITPS in key areas of aircrew and technical capacity development. Specifically, discussions centred on basic flying training, training of maintenance personnel, as well as engine and airframe overhauls. The delegation also explored prospects for upgrading aircraft cockpits to significantly enhance efficiency, mission readiness, and operational safety.

During the visit, the team held several productive meetings and toured the training, maintenance, and administrative departments of the institution to gain first-hand insights into ITPS’s advanced training methodologies and technical standards. The visit underscores the NAF’s proactive pursuit of strategic collaborations that align with the Chief of the Air Staff’s command philosophy of transforming the Service into an agile and technology-driven force, capable of effectively protecting innocent lives and property across the nation.

#SmarterAirpower #NAFTraining #StrategicPartnerships #AirForceTransformation #GlobalCollaboration

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First video of Algerian Su-34E, spotted over Moscow skies. Note that Algeria is the first count to buy ab Su34 aircraft from Russia and they've always been a hard fan of Russuan





https://youtube.com/shorts/10-U3nB-wqs?si=yUgyN2SNOqykaPQ6

bidexiii:
[/b]Nigeria Police Songar Armed UAV and Elistair Orion UAV[b]

NIce one.
However, for this to make sense, you need good numbers at least 1 in each Local Government, with proper training provided to operators and good communication between the operation base and teams in the field.
If not, these would simply be decoration, which will only be utilized in action if the family member of a dignitary is kidnapped.

VonSmallhausen:
NIce one.
However, for this to make sense, you need good numbers at least 1 in each Local Government, with proper training provided to operators and good communication between the operation base and teams in the field.
[/b]If not, these would simply be decoration, which will only be utilized in action if the family member of a dignitary is kidnapped[b].

You be proper naija breed, True yarn bro.

bidexiii:
[/b]Nigeria Police Songar Armed UAV and Elistair Orion UAV[b]

NAF trying some new locally made toys.

[/b]Troops humiliate ISWAP in Ngamdu, kill 15 terrorists in ngamdu battle[b]



In yet another demonstration of tactical superiority and resilience, troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled a coordinated attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on Ngamdu in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State, killing 15 insurgents and uncovering their mass grave.

Zagazola Makama learnt that the attack, which occurred in the early hours of Friday, was described by military sources as “one of the most daring but costly misadventures” by ISWAP fighters, who launched simultaneous assaults on troops from three different flanks.

According to reliable sources, the terrorists began the offensive from the Gonori axis around 3 a.m., apparently to divert troops’ attention from their main objective. The diversionary assault was swiftly contained by the gallant troops, forcing the attackers to retreat with casualties.

The second wave of attack, launched along the Maiduguri–Damaturu highway, involved the use of command Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), rocket-propelled grenades.

Despite the intensity of the assault, troops advancing from Benisheikh managed to charge through the ambush position, though one Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle sustained damage to its engine and tyres.

The third flank of the attack targeted Alpha Company’s defensive location near the main supply route, but despite minor infiltration into their outer perimeter, the soldiers held their ground firmly and neutralized several of the attackers in close-quarter combat.

The sources said four soldiers paid the supreme price while three were wounded in action during the encounter.

Subsequent intelligence gathered from local sources revealed that ISWAP fighters conducted a mass burial for 15 of their slain members at Bula Wura village near Wasaram, less than 24 hours after the failed operation.

“The attack was well-coordinated but the response was even more professional. The terrorists came in waves, using multiple tactics, but our men held their ground and made them pay heavily,” said one military sources.

The military has also intensified clearance operations along the Maiduguri–Damaturu highway after terrorists planted IEDs to delay reinforcements. The road was temporarily closed for demining operations to ensure the safety of commuters.

As the military continues to dominate the theatre of operations, local communities are beginning to express renewed confidence in the ongoing counter-terrorism efforts, which have seen a steady decline in insurgent activities across major highways and rural settlements in recent months.


Source, @zagazola

bidexiii:
NA trying some new locally made toys.

these aren't locally made Chief.
The guys that operate these drones are mostly private individuals/companies with expertise in security, Intelligence, Geospatial intelligence e.t.c

Defence Space Administration
Office of the National security adviser makes use of them.

VonSmallhausen:
NIce one.
However, for this to make sense, you need good numbers at least 1 in each Local Government, with proper training provided to operators and good communication between the operation base and teams in the field.
If not, these would simply be decoration, which will only be utilized in action if the family member of a dignitary is kidnapped.

1 in each local government would equals 774 units. At a unit cost of $24,000, buying won’t be a problem. The major issue is can the Nigerian Police be trusted to maintain them well, keep them operational and not sabotage parts of the drone to sell for personal gain.

[/b]Nigeria, French Navies conclude exercise crocodile lift[b]




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O47G3efC4RE?si=obczHPDIlpx32Y5T

bidexiii:
#CION/SOF
#NN SBS
#NA SOF

#CION
#SOF
#DHQSOF

[/b]CAS HAILS NAF PERSONNEL IN KAINJI FOR DEDICATION, CALLS FOR SUSTAINED OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE[b]

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, has commended personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base Kainji for their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to national service. The CAS gave the commendation on Tuesday, 14 October 2025, during an all-ranks durbar with personnel of co-located NAF units in Kainji. He was represented by the Chief of Training and Operations (CTOP), Headquarters NAF, Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Francis Edosa, who was on a working visit to the Base.

Addressing the durbar, Air Marshal Abubakar praised the personnel for their continued contributions to national security, noting that their professionalism and resilience have strengthened the NAF’s operational effectiveness across various theatres. He emphasized the importance of loyalty and teamwork as the foundation of military effectiveness, reminding personnel that loyalty to the Service, superiors, and the nation remains a sacred duty that unites the Force. The Air Officer Commanding (AOC), Air Training Command (ATC), Air Vice Marshal Ahmed Yusuf Dari, also commended NAF Base Kainji for its pivotal role in sustaining the Service’s successes in the fight against insurgency and banditry.

The durbar provided an opportunity for direct engagement on the prevailing operational situation at the Base, allowing personnel to share concerns and suggestions to enhance mission outcomes. The visit reaffirmed the Chief of the Air Staff’s commitment to nurturing a highly disciplined, loyal, and combat-ready Force anchored on professionalism and the defence of Nigeria’s territorial integrity.

#NigerianAirForce #CASHasanBalaAbubakar #NAFOperationalExcellence #NAFKainji #AirPower #LoyaltyAndDiscipline #ProfessionalismInService

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‎[/b]On Friday, October 17th, 2025, Boko Haram insurgents assaulted the convoy of Lt. Col. Aliyu Saidu Paiko, Commanding Officer of the 202 Tank Battalion in Bama, during military operations in the Kawuri axis of Bama LGA, Borno. The ambush claimed the lives of six soldiers, including the Commanding Officer, and three members of the CJTF. Several soldiers were injured, and some remain missing. May the souls of the departed rest in peace, and may God console to their loved ones[b]

[/b]NAF BOOSTS AIRSPACE SECURITY WITH GRADUATION OF ANTI-UAV RADAR OPERATORS[b]

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has achieved another major milestone in its quest for technological advancement and enhanced airspace security with the graduation of personnel trained on the Anti-Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Radar System. The graduation ceremony, held on 17 October 2025 at Headquarters Air Component, Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), Maiduguri, Borno State, reaffirmed the Service’s unwavering commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s air defence architecture against emerging aerial threats. Representing the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, the Chief of Communication and Information Systems (CCIS), Air Vice Marshal Suleiman Kabir Usman, described the graduation as a strategic step in fortifying the nation’s air defence network, adding that it comes at a time when drone technology continues to redefine global and national security dynamics.

Air Vice Marshal Usman emphasised that asymmetric warfare has evolved beyond traditional methods, with adversaries now employing advanced technologies such as drones for reconnaissance and offensive operations. He, however, noted that the NAF’s capacity, resolve, and preparedness remain superior through sustained training, innovation, and investment in cutting-edge defence systems. He further highlighted key initiatives driving the Service’s modernisation agenda, including the Military Total Radar Coverage of Nigeria (MTRACON) Project, establishment of the Directorate of Cybersecurity, and ongoing specialised programmes in surveillance and spectrum monitoring — all aimed at ensuring the NAF remains adaptive and technologically dominant in contemporary warfare.

In his remarks, the Air Component Commander, OPHK, Air Commodore UU Idris, commended the graduands for their professionalism and dedication, urging them to deploy their expertise with vigilance and integrity in defending national assets. He described the Anti-UAV Radar as an advanced system capable of detecting low, slow, and small aerial targets that conventional radars might miss. The CAS, through his representative, commended both the graduands and instructors for their commitment, while expressing appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his continued support to the Nigerian Air Force. He reaffirmed the Service’s commitment to continuous innovation, human capacity development, and technological progress in line with his command philosophy: “to transform the Nigerian Air Force into an agile and resilient force capable of effectively meeting the airpower demands of national security in all operational environments.”

#NigerianAirForce #AirDefence #AntiUAV #TechnologicalAdvancement #NAFTransformation #OPHK #AirPower #Innovation

[/b]Troops kill over 50 terrorists as they repel multiple attacks in Borno, Yobe [b]



Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have killed more than 50 terrorists and repelled multiple coordinated attacks on military locations across Borno and Yobe States, in what has been described as the biggest blow against insurgents in 2025.

The Nigerian military said the simultaneous attacks occurred between midnight and 0400 hours on Thursday when terrorists launched assaults on troops’ positions in Dikwa, Mafa, Gajibo and Katarko, situated within Sectors 1 and 2 of the Joint Operations Area.

Lt.-Col. Sani Uba, Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force North East (OPHK), in a statement on Thursday in Maiduguri, said the troops fought gallantly and professionally, repelling the attacks and inflicting devastating losses on the terrorists.

“In all instances, troops stood firm, fought gallantly, and professionally repelled the attacks, dealing the terrorists a heavy, decisive and bloody blow,” Uba stated.

The coordinated ground and air operations, backed by precision strikes from the Air Component of OPHK, led to the neutralisation of over 50 terrorists across all the locations.

According to him, troops also recovered 38 AK-47 rifles, seven PKT machine guns, five RPG tubes, two GPMGs, hand grenades, and thousands of assorted rounds of ammunition after the clashes.

“The precision strikes, coupled with enhanced battlefield awareness provided by the Theatre’s Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) assets, gave troops additional leverage and impetus to respond with overwhelming and lethal force,” Uba added.

He disclosed that over 70 wounded terrorists were being pursued by ground troops, with the Air Component maintaining close coordination to ensure total clearance of the fleeing remnants.


Source: @Zagazola

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Intelligence reports, indicated that the attackers who stormed Dikwa and Gajibo manoeuvred from the Cameroon axis, while those who attacked Katarko emerged from the Timbuktu Triangle, a notorious terrorist enclave.

The gallant troops sustained injuries but were in stable condition, while some vehicles and buildings in Mafa and Dikwa were gutted by fire following RPG and drone attacks by the terrorists.

He noted that despite the heavy onslaught, the troops maintained control of all their positions and repelled the coordinated strikes with renewed strength and professionalism.

“The Military High Command has commended the gallantry, doggedness and renewed charge of the troops. Their steadfast performance once again reaffirms the military’s unwavering resolve and capacity to defend the nation’s territorial integrity,” he added.

Security analysts described the coordinated defeat of the terrorists across multiple fronts as the single largest operational success against insurgents in 2025, marking a major turning point in the counter-terrorism campaign in the North East.


Source: @Zagazola

ƁH Death toll still rising, as more bodies are being discovered.

Video link: https://x.com/ZagazOlaMakama/status/1981287563861332125?t=M271mPGv8M9XPwCJPk0a_g&s=19


https://x.com/GallantDaletian/status/1981403268069937331?t=dtw7hd6t6WkyhYFGAVEU7g&s=19

[/b]PRESIDENT TINUBU CHANGES SERVICE CHIEFS[b]
 
President Bola Tinubu has made changes in the hierarchy of the Service Chiefs in furtherance of the efforts of the Federal Government of Nigeria to strengthen the national security architecture.
 
The President appointed General Olufemi Oluyede to replace General Christopher Musa as the new Chief of Defence Staff. The new Chief of Army Staff is Major-General W. Shaibu. Air Vice Marshall S.K Aneke is Chief of Air Staff while Rear Admiral I. Abbas is the new Chief of Naval Staff.

[/b]Chief of Defence Intelligence Major-General E.A.P Undiendeye retains his position[b]
 
The President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, expresses most profound appreciation to the outgoing Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa and the other Service Chiefs for their patriotic service, and dedicated leadership.
 
The President charges the newly appointed Service Chiefs to justify the confidence reposed in them to further enhance the professionalism, vigilance and comradeship that define the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
 
All appointments take immediate effect.
 
Sunday Dare
Special Adviser to the President
Media & Public Communication
October 24, 2025

So the coup rumours were true then.

CDI and CoAS (now CDS) being sole survivors of the purge tells that story.

DaddyGoo:
So the coup rumours were true then.

CDI and CoAS (now CDS) being sole survivors of the purge tells that story.

Your narration , "how you take know ?"

Armoured Corps Gets COAS, this is interesting. After Infantry controlled it in six dispensation at a stretch, wow!!!
Let's see how he will change the narration.
Wish Gen Waidi Shaibu all the best in his endeavor and other SVC Chiefs.

bidexiii:
Your narration , "how you take know ?"

Any keen student of Nigerian history can postulate this one

DaddyGoo:
Any keen student of Nigerian history can postulate this one

And any keen student should know that time has changed, Even if the rumours of the coup were true ?
Can a Coup be successful in Nigeria and it wouldn't lead to adisaster .

bidexiii:
And any keen student should know that time has changed, Even if the rumours of the coup were true ?
Can a Coup be successful in Nigeria and it wouldn't lead to adisaster .

It can be possible and lead to no disaster...
infact the situation in the country now is a fertile ground for one and the masses would gladly welcome it...

You can do a random research on the street as check how people feel now and how they would react should there be a successful coup...!!

infact there would be jubilation all over the country...people would finish all stock in beer parlour and everywhere would be agog, the only people that would be sad in all these would be the very very few looting the country to stupor...

Floky215:
It can be possible and lead to no disaster...
infact the situation in the country now is a fertile ground for one and the masses would gladly welcome it...

You can do a random research on the street as check how people feel now and how they would react should there be a successful coup...!!

infact there would be jubilation all over the country...people would finish all stock in beer parlour and everywhere would be agog, the only people that would be sad in all these would be the very very few looting the country to stupor...

"Pele..." Mr chaos & jubilation. Am not talking about people protesting about the current hardship and ongoing insecurity in the country.
If a coup happens again it might lead to another counter-coup and another bloody civil war.
Are you ready for that ?

[/b]CITATION OF AIR VICE MARSHAL SUNDAY KELVIN ANEKE[b]

23rd Chief of the Air Staff, Nigerian Air Force

The appointment of Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke as the 23rd Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) marks a new chapter in the history of the Nigerian Air Force, one defined by intellectual depth, operational precision, and a renewed commitment to national security and airpower excellence.

Born on 20 February 1972 in Makurdi, Benue State, Air Vice Marshal Aneke hails from Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. The son of Air Warrant Officer (Rtd) Sylvester and Mrs Ngozi Aneke, his early education at Army Children School, New Cantonment ‘A’, Kaduna (1976–1982) and Government College, Kaduna (1982–1987) laid the foundation for a disciplined and purpose-driven life. He was admitted into the Nigerian Defence Academy as a member of the 40th Regular Combatant Course and was commissioned into the Nigerian Air Force as a Pilot Officer on 10 September 1993, a journey that has since reflected brilliance, dedication, and steady ascension through merit.

An erudite scholar and strategic thinker, Air Vice Marshal Aneke holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics, a Postgraduate Diploma in Management from the University of Calabar, and two Master’s Degrees, one in International Affairs and Diplomacy from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and another in Political Economy and Development Studies from the University of Abuja. He also possesses a Professional Certificate in Aviation Safety Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida, USA, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). His pursuit of knowledge reflects a deep commitment to informed leadership and adaptive strategy in modern airpower application.

Throughout his distinguished career, Air Vice Marshal Aneke has attended some of the most prestigious military institutions, including the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, where he completed the Junior and Senior Staff Courses, and the United States Air War College, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, where he earned a Master’s in Strategic Studies. He has held numerous command, instructional, and policy appointments that shaped his operational and strategic acumen, among them Director of Policy, Director of Safety, Deputy Director of Operations at NAF Headquarters, Command Operations Officer, Tactical Air Command, and Deputy Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy. Until his appointment as CAS, he served as Air Officer Commanding, Mobility Command, Yenagoa, where he enhanced air mobility, strengthened joint force integration, and improved the strategic response of the Nigerian Air Force in multi-domain operations.

An accomplished pilot with over 4,359 flying hours, Air Vice Marshal Aneke is type-rated on multiple aircraft including the Air Beetle 18, Dornier 228, Citation 500, Falcon 900, Gulfstream V, Gulfstream 550, and Hawker 4000. His operational experience spans domestic and international theatres, from Operation Restore Hope in the Niger Delta to United Nations peacekeeping operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC), where he served as Chief of Air Operations, Kindu Region. His contributions to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations have been instrumental in improving NAF’s counter-insurgency capabilities across multiple fronts.

Decorated with numerous medals and honours including GSS, DSS, GSM, FCM, Psc, MSc, MIAD, MPEDS, and USAFWC, Air Vice Marshal Aneke is widely regarded as a refined officer, visionary leader, and professional aviator of exceptional integrity and depth. His calm disposition, strategic foresight, and results-oriented leadership have earned him respect within and beyond the Armed Forces of Nigeria.

As he assumes command as the 23rd Chief of the Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke brings with him a wealth of experience, intellectual rigour, and operational dexterity that position him to steer the Nigerian Air Force towards greater efficiency in the fight against terrorism, insurgency, and emerging security threats. Under his leadership, the Service is set to strengthen airpower projection, deepen intelligence-led operations, and drive innovation in defence technology and human capacity development.

Air Vice Marshal Aneke is happily married to Mrs Ngozi Enderline Aneke, and their union is blessed with three sons, Chukwuebuka Kelvin, Ifeanyichukwu Brian, and Uchechukwu Jason. With a deep sense of duty, humility, and service, Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke embodies the highest ideals of the Nigerian Air Force, discipline, courage, and excellence, as he leads the Service into a new era of smarter airpower delivery and enduring national security.

bidexiii:
"Pele..." Mr chaos & jubilation. Am not talking about people protesting about the current hardship and ongoing insecurity in the country.
If a coup happens again it might lead to another counter-coup and another bloody civil war.
Are you ready for that ?

Mr Chaos? you are the one who mentioned chaos here bros and I think that title would fit you properly..
If you say Mr.Jubliation, that title is can hang happily..

And what war do you mean, to be fought by who against who exactly and for what and whose sake .?

It's seems you are detached from reality...