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[/b]EU Pledges To €20m Support To Nigerian Military[b]


https://leadership.ng/eu-pledges-to-e20m-support-to-nigerian-military/


[/b]EU pledges €20 million in defense support to Nigerian military[b]

https://m.aa.com.tr/en/europe/eu-pledges-20-million-in-defense-support-to-nigerian-military/4092650

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[/b]#NN MARINES
#BUSHMEN
#SOF
#ONWARD TOGETHER[b]

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[/b]COAS BOOSTS COMBAT READINESS AS 600 TROOPS HEAD TO INDIA FOR SPECIALISED JUNGLE, MOUNTAIN WARFARE TRAINING[b]

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has commenced the deployment of 600 Nigerian Army personnel to India for specialised jungle and mountain warfare training aimed at enhancing troops’ combat proficiency in difficult terrains and strengthening the Army’s capacity to safeguard Nigeria’s territorial integrity.

The first batch of 300 personnel departed Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Thursday, 22 October 2026, aboard two Indian Air Force aircraft, a C-17 and an Airbus A321.

The Coordinator, Nigerian Military Training Support and Advisory Team, Army Headquarters Department of Army Training, Major General UG Yusuf, who represented the COAS, witnessed the departure alongside the Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria.

The training underscores the COAS’s commitment to building a professional, adaptable and combat-ready force capable of confronting terrorists, insurgents and other criminal elements operating in forests, mountainous areas and other challenging environments. It also aligns with his Command Philosophy, which prioritises operational effectiveness, realistic training, personnel development and enhanced combat readiness.

The specialised programme is expected to equip personnel with advanced jungle and mountain warfare skills, improve operational manoeuvrability and strengthen their capacity to deny criminal elements safe havens in difficult terrains. It will further reinforces Nigeria–India defence cooperation and the COAS’s determination to sustain a resilient, mission-ready Army capable of defending the nation’s sovereignty and protecting lives and property.

Arrangements are also underway to airlift the remaining 300 personnel to India for the training.

APPOLONIA ANELE
Colonel
Acting Director Army Public Relations
23 October 2026

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[/b]NAF, LEONARDO ADVANCE TREKKER B DELIVERIES, PILOT TRAINING AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT[b]

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, received an update from Leonardo on progress in the delivery of AW109 Trekker B helicopters to the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). With three helicopters already delivered, the delegation reported that five additional helicopters were ready for delivery, while the remaining 2 would be delivered before the end of 2026. Discussions also covered plans and arrangements to ensure the seamless induction of the helicopters into NAF operations.

To strengthen fleet serviceability and operational sustainability, Leonardo further outlined plans to deploy a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) team to Nigeria to support the maintenance of both helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft operated by the NAF. These initiatives are expected to enhance technical support, build maintenance capacity and improve aircraft availability for sustained air operations in support of national security objectives.

#NAF #Leonardo #TrekkerB #AirPower #OperationalReadiness #FleetSustainability

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[/b]NAF STRENGTHENS AIRPOWER WITH ACCEPTANCE OF THREE A109 TREKKER HELICOPTERS[b]

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), under the leadership of the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, continues to strengthen its operational capability through fleet modernisation and enhanced technical capacity. This commitment was underscored by the formal acceptance of three AgustaWestland A109 Trekker Type B helicopters, NAF 586, NAF 587 and NAF 588, at the 355 Rotary Wing, Ikeja, Lagos, on 6 October 2026. Air Commodore E Akintunde, Commander, 643 Equipment Supply Depot, represented the Chief of Logistics, Headquarters NAF, at the ceremony. Reassembled in-house by NAF technicians in collaboration with AgustaWestland technical partners, the helicopters reflect the Service’s growing technical expertise and commitment to strengthening fleet availability. The acceptance marks an important step towards enhancing the NAF’s capacity to support air mobility, surveillance and internal security operations, contributing to joint operational effectiveness and national security. The NAF remains committed to building a capable, responsive and mission-ready force dedicated to protecting Nigerians.

#NAF #NigerianAirForce #A109Trekker #AirPower #FleetModernisation #OperationalReadiness #NationalSecurity #ServiceToTheNation

Nigeria Army Female paratrooper instructor coordinates para dropping training exercise of young Paratroopers.
Airborne!!!🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/QpgoTYOb24

— Toju weston (@TojuWes) October 24, 2026

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Nigeria Army Female paratrooper instructor coordinates para dropping training exercise of young Paratroopers.
Airborne!!!🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/QpgoTYOb24

— Toju weston (@TojuWes) October 24, 2026

🇧🇫 Recent images from a live fire conducted by one of Burkina Faso's field artillery battalions. pic.twitter.com/p4yHSMtf5a

— Sago (@18Echo0321) October 23, 2026

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Is the Indian Army proficient in Jungle warfare?

kenpaul0:
Is the Indian Army proficient in Jungle warfare?

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[/b]OPERATION HADIN KAI SUSTAINS INTELLIGENCE-LED OFFENSIVE, NEUTRALISES 15 TERRORISTS NORTH-WEST OF PULKA[b]

The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has recorded another operational success with the neutralisation of 15 terrorists in a precision air strike north-west of Pulka in Gwoza LGA of Borno State, underscoring the sustained pressure being exerted on terrorist elements across the theatre.

The operation was conducted at about 11:50 p.m. on 23 October 2026, following credible intelligence and confirmed sightings of terrorist movements in the general area of Pulka. The precision strike was subsequently followed by ground operations to exploit the area and consolidate the operational gains.

The successful engagement highlights the effectiveness of intelligence-driven targeting and coordinated military action in disrupting terrorist movements and degrading their operational capabilities. It also reflects the unwavering commitment of Operation HADIN KAI to denying terrorist groups freedom of action and preventing them from threatening communities within the theatre.

The operation forms part of the sustained offensive posture of troops, supported by effective intelligence gathering and coordinated employment of available military capabilities. Through these efforts, the Theatre Command continues to maintain pressure on terrorist elements, disrupt their activities and strengthen the security environment across the North East.

Operation HADIN KAI remains resolute in its mission to defeat terrorism and insurgency, protect law-abiding citizens and create the conditions necessary for the restoration of normalcy and socio-economic activities in affected communities. The Theatre Command reassures the public that troops will sustain the momentum of ongoing operations with vigilance, determination and professionalism.

The Theatre Command also calls on members of the public to sustain their cooperation with security agencies by providing timely and credible information on suspicious movements and activities. The continued partnership between the military and the civilian population remains essential to consolidating operational gains and achieving lasting peace and security across the North East.

MOHAMMED GONI
Captain
Acting Military Information Officer
Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI
MAIDUGURI
24 October, 2026

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[/b]OPERATION HADIN KAI INTENSIFIES COUNTER-TERRORISM OPERATIONS IN BORNO, NEUTRALISES SIX TERRORISTS, ARRESTS 11 SUSPECTED COLLABORATORS, RECORDS JAS MEMBER DEFECTION[b]

The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has intensified counter-terrorism operations in Borno State, neutralising six Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP)/Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS) terrorists, arresting 11 suspected terrorist collaborators and recording the defection of a JAS member. These successes underscore the sustained operational pressure being exerted on terrorist groups and their support networks across the theatre.

At about 12:37 am on 25 October 2026, troops of 29 Task Force Brigade Garrison, in conjunction with Hybrid Force personnel, conducted an ambush against ISWAP/JAS terrorists along the Targejeri axis of Kaga Local Government Area (LGA), Borno State. The encounter resulted in the neutralisation of six terrorists. Recovered items included one AK-47 rifle, three magazines and 169 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition. Other items recovered were two Android phones, three button phones and charms.

In a related development, troops conducted a follow-up raid in Benisheikh town, Kaga LGA, at about 6:20 am on 24 October 2026, following earlier operations against suspected terrorist collaborators. The raid resulted in the arrest of six additional suspected collaborators, bringing the total number of suspects apprehended in connection with the investigation to eleven, including the five arrested earlier.

Items recovered during the raid included one AK-47 rifle, three empty magazines, 169 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, three terrorist uniforms, one turban, one head mask, two Android phones, three button phones and charms. The suspects are undergoing investigation to establish the extent of their involvement in terrorist activities and identify possible links to other members of the network.

Similarly, at about 9:20 pm on 24 October 2026, troops of 192 Battalion (Main), supported by Hybrid Force personnel deployed at Hambagda Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp in Gwoza LGA, received one JAS member who surrendered around Hambagda village along the Gwoza–Limankara road.

Preliminary investigation revealed that the individual had escaped from a terrorist enclave in the Gwoza area of the Mandara Mountains to abandon terrorism. He surrendered with one AK-47 rifle and one magazine containing 28 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, among other items. The individual is currently in custody and undergoing further investigation and processing in accordance with established procedures.

The latest successes demonstrate the sustained offensive posture, combat readiness and effective coordination of OPHK troops and Hybrid Force personnel in degrading terrorist capabilities, disrupting support networks and encouraging defections from terrorist groups. The recovery of weapons and ammunition, coupled with the arrest of suspected collaborators, further reinforces the Theatre Command’s determination to deny terrorists the resources and support required to sustain their activities.

The Theatre Command reiterates its commitment to sustaining intelligence-led operations across the theatre, denying terrorists freedom of action and creating conditions for the safe return of displaced communities and the restoration of socio-economic activities. Members of the public are urged to continue providing credible and timely information to security agencies in support of ongoing efforts to achieve lasting peace and stability in the North East.

MOHAMMED GONI
Captain
Acting Military Information Officer
Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI
MAIDUGURI
25 October, 2026

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[/b]NAF STRENGTHENS M-346 MAINTENANCE CAPABILITY THROUGH SPECIALISED TRAINING IN ITALY[b]

Keeping advanced combat aircraft mission-ready requires more than modern platforms; it demands skilled personnel capable of sustaining their serviceability. In line with the Command Philosophy of the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is strengthening its M-346 maintenance capability through specialised training in Italy. The programme, which commenced on 13 July 2026, involves 13 personnel comprising 4 officers and 9 airmen and airwomen, receiving training in airframe, propulsion and engine run procedures.

The training progressed from theoretical instruction in Turin, focusing on airframe and propulsion systems, to practical sessions at the M-346 production facility in Venegono, Varese. The practical phase was successfully completed on 25 September 2026, equipping participants with hands-on aircraft maintenance skills. The final phase, covering engine run procedures, involves 2 officers and 4 airmen and airwomen, with completion scheduled for 25 October 2026.

The initiative reinforces the NAF’s commitment to developing specialised technical expertise, improving aircraft serviceability and sustaining operational readiness. It also advances the CAS’s emphasis on professionalism, standardised training and mission-focused capability development, strengthening the Service’s capacity to deliver effective airpower in defence of Nigeria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

#NAF #WillingAbleAndReady #AirPower #CapacityDevelopment #M346 #OperationalReadiness

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[/b]AWDC STRENGTHENS AIR-GROUND COORDINATION AND CIVILIAN HARM MITIGATION IN OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA[b]

Effective military operations depend not only on combat capability but also on seamless coordination, sound judgement and the protection of civilians. In this regard, the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre (AWDC), Abuja, conducted an in-theatre Air-to-Ground Integration (AGI) and Civilian Harm Mitigation (CHM) training for troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Katsina, from 19 to 23 October 2026. The training brought together 51 personnel, comprising 20 Nigerian Army and 31 Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel, to strengthen joint operational effectiveness and promote responsible employment of airpower.

Through classroom presentations, interactive discussions and practical demonstrations, participants explored air-ground coordination procedures, air support limitations, targeting processes, coordinate systems, location marking and emergency close air support. The CHM component addressed civilian harm risk factors in the North-West operational environment, legal and ethical considerations, and measures to incorporate civilian protection into operational planning and execution. Speaking on the training, the Commandant of AWDC, Air Vice Marshal GI Jibia, emphasised the importance of effective coordination between air assets and surface forces, reaffirming the Centre’s commitment to practical, lessons-driven training. The Joint Task Force Air Component Commander, Air Commodore CE Illoh, also commended the initiative and urged participants to apply the knowledge acquired in subsequent operations.

The training forms part of the NAF’s lessons-learnt initiatives to translate operational experience into improved professional competence, stronger coordination and better-informed targeting decisions. It also reinforces the commitment of the Nigerian Air Force and the wider Armed Forces of Nigeria to achieving mission objectives while minimising risks to civilians and civilian infrastructure. In line with the command philosophies of the Chief of Defence Staff and the Service Chiefs, AWDC continues to advance professional military education that supports coordinated, effective and responsible military operations in pursuit of national security objectives.

#NAF #AWDC #OperationFansanYamma #AirGroundIntegration #CivilianHarmMitigation #JointOperations #ProfessionalMilitaryEducation

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[/b]CAS JOINS DEFENCE LEADERS AT AFRIDEX 2026 TO STRENGTHEN AFRICA’S SECURITY CAPABILITIES[b]

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has participated in the Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 in Lagos, alongside the Honourable Minister of Defence, the Minister of State for Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff and other Service Chiefs. The event, holding from 26–29 October 2026 at Eko Atlantic, Lagos, featured President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, as Special Guest of Honour, represented by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio. The gathering highlights Nigeria’s commitment to modernising its Armed Forces, strengthening defence partnerships and advancing collective security across Africa.

AFRIDEX provides a vital platform for African nations to engage global defence manufacturers, technology innovators, policymakers and military leaders in addressing evolving security challenges. Through exhibitions, technical demonstrations and strategic engagements, the event promotes defence innovation, technology transfer, interoperability and indigenous defence production across the air, land, maritime, cyber and space domains. For Africa, these opportunities are crucial to building more self-reliant defence institutions and developing effective responses to terrorism, insurgency, transnational organised crime and other threats to regional peace and stability.

For Nigeria, AFRIDEX supports national security priorities by creating opportunities to acquire advanced technologies, strengthen local defence-industrial capacity and improve the operational effectiveness of the Armed Forces. The participation of the CAS underscores the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to technological innovation, mission-focused capability development and collaboration that enhances airpower effectiveness in joint operations. Ultimately, the exhibition offers a pathway to translate shared expertise into practical solutions, strengthen Nigeria’s defence capabilities and contribute to a safer and more secure Africa.

#AFRIDEX2026 #NigerianAirForce #NAF #DefenceAndSecurity #AirPower #NationalSecurity #AfricanSecurity #DefenceInnovation

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[/b]CAS JOINS DEFENCE LEADERS AT AFRIDEX 2026 TO STRENGTHEN AFRICA’S SECURITY CAPABILITIES[b]

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has participated in the Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 in Lagos, alongside the Honourable Minister of Defence, the Minister of State for Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff and other Service Chiefs. The event, holding from 26–29 October 2026 at Eko Atlantic, Lagos, featured President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, as Special Guest of Honour, represented by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio. The gathering highlights Nigeria’s commitment to modernising its Armed Forces, strengthening defence partnerships and advancing collective security across Africa.

AFRIDEX provides a vital platform for African nations to engage global defence manufacturers, technology innovators, policymakers and military leaders in addressing evolving security challenges. Through exhibitions, technical demonstrations and strategic engagements, the event promotes defence innovation, technology transfer, interoperability and indigenous defence production across the air, land, maritime, cyber and space domains. For Africa, these opportunities are crucial to building more self-reliant defence institutions and developing effective responses to terrorism, insurgency, transnational organised crime and other threats to regional peace and stability.

For Nigeria, AFRIDEX supports national security priorities by creating opportunities to acquire advanced technologies, strengthen local defence-industrial capacity and improve the operational effectiveness of the Armed Forces. The participation of the CAS underscores the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to technological innovation, mission-focused capability development and collaboration that enhances airpower effectiveness in joint operations. Ultimately, the exhibition offers a pathway to translate shared expertise into practical solutions, strengthen Nigeria’s defence capabilities and contribute to a safer and more secure Africa.

#AFRIDEX2026 #NigerianAirForce #NAF #DefenceAndSecurity #AirPower #NationalSecurity #AfricanSecurity #DefenceInnovation

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[/b]COAS JOINS AFRICAN MILITARY CHIEFS OTHER STAKEHOLDERS AT AFRIDEX 2026 LAGOS [b]

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Monday, 26 October 2026, attended the opening ceremony of the African International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 in Lagos, joining African leaders, senior military officials and defence industry stakeholders to explore innovative solutions to the continent’s evolving security challenges.

The event brought together key policymakers, military leaders, security experts and defence manufacturers, including representative of His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, and the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, to promote defence innovation, strengthen strategic partnerships and advance Africa’s collective security interests.

AFRIDEX 2026 provides a strategic platform for showcasing emerging defence technologies, promoting indigenous defence production, facilitating technology transfer and deepening collaboration among African countries and international defence partners. The exhibition also seeks to encourage coordinated responses to transnational threats, asymmetric warfare and other emerging security challenges confronting the continent.

The COAS’s participation underscores the Nigerian Army’s commitment to enhancing operational readiness, accelerating capability development and leveraging technological innovation to improve mission effectiveness. It also highlights the importance of strategic partnerships, knowledge exchange and indigenous defence manufacturing in building a responsive and self-reliant military capable of addressing contemporary security threats.

The exhibition features defence equipment displays, strategic engagements and live demonstrations, providing opportunities for military institutions and industry stakeholders to explore innovative technologies, strengthen partnerships and advance collaborative approaches to defence and security.

Nigeria’s participation reinforces the importance of sustained regional and international cooperation in developing effective responses to shared security threats and building a more secure, stable and resilient Africa.

APPOLONIA ANELE
Colonel
Acting Director Army Public Relations
26 October 2026