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What has happened to the 2 ships under construction in Turkey??
nns Aradu re- fit nko?
Something is wrong bro...

Turkey is currently about to deploy Syrian PMC to somalia and W.Africa. These are actually forces from Al-Hamzat and Al-Amshat.

Expect extreme radicalization and violence to result from this.

And guess where their families will be based? Kenya. Why? Because for a few dollars they can buy residency there with no questions asked.

Nigerian Navy Ceremonial sunset

rugged7:
What has happened to the 2 ships under construction in Turkey??
nns Aradu re- fit nko?
Something is wrong bro...

I read the previous Minister of Finance was slow in releasing funds approved by the President.

This was one of the reasons why he was sacked.

kabe1:
Nigerian made Special Forces Vehicle on internal deployment.

random GWM pickup like wtf it doing there with the Toyotas?

kabe1:
Heavy Nigerian army deployment in Benin Republic.

what is that humvee looking apc? Looks good ngl

Through Turkish facilitation, the entry of Al-Hamzat and Al-Amshat into somalia and their residency in Kenya.

Occident countries like the USA will have no choice but to stop the issuance of VISAs for Kenyan passport holders.

Nigerian Air Force M346 Fighter Attack Aircraft.

Leonardo M346FA being offered to the American Air Force

Are we getting 6 more T-129 atak helicopters and 3 more MI 35m from russia

jteku:
Are we getting 6 more T-129 atak helicopters and 3 more MI 35m from russia

Am so happy that we are getting more MI-35m,

jteku:
Are we getting 6 more T-129 atak helicopters and 3 more MI 35m from russia

I've come to notice that Nigerian Defence budget is usually vague, and doesn't tell the full story.

Has there ever been anything on the defence budget on the AH1Z or M346FA?

bidexiii:
Am so happy that we are getting more MI-35m,

It doesn't say we are getting more MI-35M's though.

Just MI-35.

kabe1:
It doesn't say we are getting more MI-35M's though.

Just MI-35.

But it indicated NEW procurement

jteku:
But it indicated NEW procurement

My issue with our defence budget at times is that a reactivation can also be classified as NEW.

kabe1:
My issue with our defence budget at times is that a reactivation can also be classified as NEW.

Correct, also it won’t make sense to procure new Mil Mi 35s when the NAF is expecting the AH-1Z vipers, and operates T-129 Atak, AW-109M light attack helos, Mil Mi 17 Gunships and has converted some of its EC-135 into gunships.
Perhaps 3x Mil Mi 35s will be reactivated to serve as a stop gap pending the delivery of the AH-1Z viper.

Exnavyboy62:
Correct, also it won’t make sense to procure new Mil Mi 35s when the NAF is expecting the AH-1Z vipers, and operates T-129 Atak, AW-109M light attack helos, Mil Mi 17 Gunships and has converted some of its EC-135 into gunships.
Perhaps 3x Mil Mi 35s will be reactivated to serve as a stop gap pending the delivery of the AH-1Z viper.

we were supposed to acquire additional Mi35Ms 2-3 years ago but it stalled the same issue is stalling the reactivation of the rest fleet. Our initial order for the Mi35M is 12 we only took delivery of 5.

kabe1:
My issue with our defence budget at times is that a reactivation can also be classified as NEW.

Are you saying they're just reactivating just 3
This doesn't look like reactivation, looks more of new acquisitions, dont forget there were hear-say's about getting more T129 attack helicopters.

Exnavyboy62:
Correct, also it won’t make sense to procure new Mil Mi 35s when the NAF is expecting the AH-1Z vipers, and operates T-129 Atak, AW-109M light attack helos, Mil Mi 17 Gunships and has converted some of its EC-135 into gunships.
Perhaps 3x Mil Mi 35s will be reactivated to serve as a stop gap pending the delivery of the AH-1Z viper.

There were reports during the President's visit that a contract for more T-129 Helicopters were signed. The MI 35M's have been grounded for a long time, and we haven't gotten a contract to service the helos. If we remember correctly we have also tried a company in the UAE.

It simply doesn't make any sense to purchase 3 x MI 35 despite what the evidence implies in the budget for the following reasons.

1) We signed a contract for 12 units, only 5 were delivered.

2) MI 35M/MI-35 and MI-24 helicopters have been grounded since the full scale war with Ukraine.

3) Unlike Algeria, Mali, Burkina Faso perhaps Uganda we don't really have close ties with Russia.

4) The MI-35 in the budget is simply the base model. Russia only makes MI-35Ms now.

5) Off recent the Nigerian Air Force is usually very open about it's procurement of hardware. Every baby in Nigeria knows NAF is procuring M346FA, AH1Z, A109 Trekkers and intrested in CASA C295. Why is this one such a secret!

In my opinion, this suggests this is a reactivation instead of existing MI-35s already in NAF service. We only have the T-129 as active gunships. The other helicopters that are in use for attack are light helicopters fitted with guns.

Are these not the 3 Helicopters

There is a serious information gap somewhere.


The President called for the accelerated delivery of the three Apache helicopters already ordered by Nigeria to support ongoing security and counterterrorism operations, underscoring his administration’s determination to deploy all assets against terrorists across the nation.

“Nigeria needs attack helicopters urgently that can be used to confront and overwhelm terrorists. That is my priority now,” President Tinubu said.

Nigeria’s acquisition of the Airbus C-295 platform, broader defence aviation cooperation, as well as aircraft leasing and financing models, including export credit arrangements, sale-and-lease-back structures, and long-term aircraft financing solutions aimed at improving airlines’ access to aircraft and reducing sector financing constraints, were also discussed.

https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-welcomes-airbus-proposal-for-maintenance-and-hangar-facilities-in-nigeria-and-urges-accelerated-delivery-of-attack-helicopters/

bidexiii:
Are you saying they're just reactivating just 3
This doesn't look like reactivation, looks more of new acquisitions, dont forget there were hear-say's about getting more T129 attack helicopters.

I don't know to be honest.

However from public information available this looks like reactivation. Where will MI-35 helicopters come from?

Why on earth are those kidnapped in oyo state still in captivity?

gomol:
Why on earth are those kidnapped in oyo state still in captivity?

Sorry are you asking us here a question

So the house has been quiet on this Nigerian Army helicopter Bell UH-1H pilot landing.

Me: that landing was just inches short from killing everyone on board, that was dangerous and reckless.

Online expect: I am not always happy when Nigerians always contribute to what they don't have knowledge about and it's very sad

please what do you guys take the pilots as , a bus driver of what,what if you guys witness a cross wind landing or take off what are you going to say about that.

This Helicopter is Bell UH-1H Iroquois ("Huey"

You will all noticed that when it was landing something hit the ground that's the Tail Skid and it's designed for such purposes

Purpose of the tail skid:

1. Protects the tail boom

2. Prevents the tail boom from striking the ground during takeoff, landing, or hover:
Without it, a tail strike could severely damage the helicopter's structure.

3. Protects the tail rotor
The tail rotor is one of the most vulnerable parts of a helicopter.
By keeping the tail at a safe height, the tail skid helps prevent the tail rotor blades from contacting the ground or obstacles.

4. Absorbs impact loads
If the pilot lands with the tail too low, the skid contacts the ground first and absorbs much of the impact, reducing stress on the tail boom.

4. Provides a warning to the pilot
Contact between the tail skid and the ground alerts the pilot that the tail attitude is becoming too low, allowing corrective action before more serious damage occurs.

This is how it works:

During a steep takeoff or landing, if the helicopter rotates nose-up excessively, the tail skid touches the ground before the tail boom or tail rotor does.

You guys should not be saying things out of ignorance, those pilots are trained and professionals, every aircraft have its own working principle and those that design aircraft had make it in such a way that there are failed safe systems and safelife system on the aircraft

Reading people comments indeed there is a pandemic of Olodo uprising in Nigeria.

NAF ENHANCES COUNTER-TERRORISM CAPABILITIES WITH SUCCESSFUL ACCEPTANCE OF ADDITIONAL THREE AW109 TREKKER HELICOPTERS IN ITALY

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has achieved another significant milestone in its fleet modernisation efforts with the successful completion of a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) on an additional batch of three AW109 Trekker Type B helicopters at the Leonardo Helicopters facility in Vergiate, Italy. Conducted from 29 June to 3 July 2026 by a delegation comprising representatives of the NAF and the Ministry of Defence, the exercise highlights the Federal Government's sustained commitment to strengthening Nigeria's air power capabilities and enhancing the operational readiness of the Armed Forces to effectively address evolving security challenges.

The comprehensive inspections and flight evaluations undertaken during the acceptance exercise confirmed that the helicopters fully met contractual specifications and operational requirements ahead of their delivery to Nigeria. The successful exercise further underscores the steady progress of the NAF's fleet modernisation programme and the Service's determination to induct only reliable, mission-ready platforms capable of delivering decisive air power effects. Upon induction, the AW109 Trekker Type B helicopters will significantly enhance intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, close air support, armed escort, combat search and rescue missions, as well as other joint operations in support of surface forces across various theatres of operation.

Commenting on the milestone, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, stated that the dynamic nature of contemporary security threats demands agile, technologically advanced and mission-ready air capabilities, noting that the additional helicopters will further strengthen the NAF's capacity to deliver decisive air power effects in synergy with surface forces, deny criminal elements freedom of action and enhance national security. The development further reflects the unwavering support of President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, towards strengthening the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces. As the Nigerian Air Force continues to modernise its fleet and expand its operational capacity, Nigerians can remain assured of the Service's steadfast commitment to restoring peace, safeguarding national unity and creating a secure environment necessary for national development and economic prosperity.

#NigerianAirForce #AirPower #FleetModernisation #CounterTerrorism #CounterInsurgency #MissionReadiness #NationalSecurity #JointOperations #OperationalExcellence #WillingAbleReady

Nigerian Air Force AW109

Nigeria army has confirmed the acquisition of The Akinci UCAV.
They now operate both the TB2 and Akinci UCAV

Toju200:
Nigeria army has confirmed the acquisition of The Akinci UCAV.
They now operate both the TB2 and Akinci UCAV

Did the army say how many units they got?

kabe1:
Did the army say how many units they got?

no chief

Nigerian Air Force M346FA flying with a Nigerian pilot in the back seat.