₦airaland Forum

princeade86:
come back next market day

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KingAzubuike:
I don't expect your brainwashed head to see the truth okay.. if you don't have facts or haven't worked in any military unit just keep your mouth shut okay.

it's obviously u dat don't have facts..ok..
I have lots of em..

Hello Nairalanders. I've been hearing of some platforms by which u can earn small change by reading news.Pls can someone help me out with some info to know how authentic it is.

FTC thank God

KingAzubuike:
The Nigerian military has some of the poorly trained personnel's you can find around. Poor equipments, outdated rifles, fighter jets, gun boats etc.. everything na just joke.

There's one of them called mrmicholo on nairaland. He has a case with a colonel friend of mine and actions are being taken already.

some people just wake up one morning start to dey talk rubbish.Mr man shut up...Shhhhh don't say shit anymore ok

PRESS RELEASE*

*MORE BOKO HARAM/ISWAP ELEMENTS FALL AS NIGERIAN ARMY TROOPS’ INTENSIFY THEIR ONSLAUGHT AGAINST CRIMINAL ELEMENTS NATIONWIDE*

As troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE continue to exert their superiority against remnants of Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province elements, troops of 121 Battalion deployed at Pulka in Gwoza LGA of Borno State in conjunction with elements of Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) today the 26 November 2019 conducted a fighting patrol along the Mararaba Junction – Kirawa road in the same LGA. During the patrol, troops came in contact with some Boko Haram logistics elements at Sabon Gari, a known Boko Haram criminals’ crossing point into Sambisa Forest. Troops instinctively responded and neutralized 3 of the Boko Haram criminals’ logistics couriers while others escaped into the forest. Items captured in the aftermath of the encounter include 81 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition, food items and 7 bicycles belonging to the criminals.

In another display of courage, bravery and professionalism, troops of 29 Task Force Brigade of Operation LAFIYA DOLE deployed at Borgozo in Kaga LGA of Borno State overwhelmed some marauding Boko Haram criminals. The criminal Boko Haram elements who had dared the lethality of the troops with an uncoordinated attack on the troops’ location on 21 November 2019 were overwhelmed by own troops. At the end of the brief encounter, 3 Boko Haram criminals were neutralised while several others escaped with gunshot wounds as evidenced by the traces of blood discovered along their escape route. Additionally, one AK 47 Rifle, 7 AK 47 Rifle magazines, 86 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition, 300 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition, 3 camel bags and one black Boko Haram flag were recovered by the troops in the aftermath of the encounter.

Regrettably, one officer and 2 soldiers were wounded in action. The wounded personnel are in stable condition and responding to treatment in a military medical facility.

In a similar encounter, troops of 21 Special Armoured Brigade deployed at Banki Junction in Bama LGA, Borno State while responding to a Boko Haram attempted attack on their location on 21 November 2019, neutralized one Boko Haram criminal and captured 2 AK 47 Rifles and 60 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition.

Relatedly, on 22 November 2019, troops of 25 Task Force Brigade deployed at Damboa in Damboa LGA of Borno State swiftly responded to a distress call by some residents of Grijan Village along Damboa - Chibok road. The Boko Haram criminals who were sighted massing up to attack the Village were pursued by troops. During the pursuit, 2 Boko Haram criminals were neutralized and 4 AK 47 Rifle magazines, 32 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition, one bandolier, one military jungle hat and one locally made bomb were captured from the insurgents.

Similarly, on 22 November 2019, troops of 26 Task Force Brigade deployed at Pulka in Bama LGA of Borno State sprung a successful ambush at a known Boko Haram criminals’ crossing point along Banki Junction - Pulka road. During the ambush, 3 Boko Haram criminals believed to be logistics suppliers were neutralised while conveying various food items to the desperate insurgents in Sambisa Forest.

In yet another development, troops of 152 Battalion deployed at Firgi in Bama LGA of Borno State arrested a suspected Boko Haram member at a Check Point. The suspect was apprehended in possession of one empty case of Anti-Aircraft Gun ammunition (used for making suicide vest), one tap head and some electronic devices for making explosive devices.

Additionally, on 22 November 2019, following reliable information from well-meaning Nigerians, troops of 25 Task Force Brigade arrested a high profile Boko Haram criminal informant and logistics supplier, Bulama Saleh at Shuwari Village. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect recently supplied cows to Boko Haram insurgents. Also, on 23 November 2019, troops of 27 Task Force Brigade while on a Stop and Search Operation at Balbaya Village in Bayo LGA of Borno State arrested 4 Boko Haram criminals’ fuel suppliers conveying 90 jerricans of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to Tetteba, a border town in Yobe State. Preliminary investigation also revealed that the suspects, Ibrahim Sale Jibrin, Haruna Mallam, Shuaibu Muktar and Salisu regularly supply fuel to Boko Haram criminals hibernating around Gorgore Camp.

Mindful of the possible spike in criminalities during the yuletide season, troops of Nigerian Army have stepped up operations against criminal elements across other States of the nation through the reenergized Operation MESA, Exercises ATILOGWU UDO I, AYEM AKPATUMA II, and CROCODILE SMILE IV to further strangulate and deny criminals elements freedom of action. Multiple successes have been recorded. In the South-East Region, Operation ATILOGWU UDO I continue to smash criminal syndicates across the region. Specifically, on 17 November 2019, troops Uwani LGA of Enugu State responded swiftly to a distress call regarding a car snatching incidence at Barracks Road, Nsukka. After a hot chase, the gallant troops recovered the snatched Mercedes Benz vehicle with Registration Number KADUNA BF 930 DKA and arrested the suspect, one Ona Ikechukwu. Keys of different car models and assorted charms were also recovered from the suspect. In a related incidence, on 19 November 2019 troops of 24 Survey Engineer Regiment acting on credible ùùinformation successfully smashed an armed robbery syndicate terrorizing Ezza South LGA of Ebonyi State. The arrested suspects are Success George, Noble Mbam, Emeka Ugo, Aja Anayochukwu and Imeze Joseph (buyer of stolen goods). Additionally, one stolen Plasma Television was recovered from the suspects. Also, on 20 November 2019, troops of 302 Artillery Regiment and 14 Field Engineer Regiment in conjunction with other security agencies busted a notorious criminal gang at Nnewi Town in Nnewi North LGA of Anambra State. During the sting operation, 20 suspected criminals were arrested including one Nwosu Izuchukwu, a notorious Methamphetamine drug dealer.

Relatedly, on 17 Novem ber 2019, troops of 144 Battalion, acting on credible information, arrested a notorious car snatcher, one Iyaba Wilfred while attempting to steal a Toyota Camry saloon car during a Church Service at Living Word Ministries Church in Aba South LGA of Abia State. Items found on the suspect include a master key and other tools for gaining access to vehicles. Furthermore, on 17 November 2019, troops of Sector 2, received information about an on-going armed robbery operation at Ukpokeri Village in Isialangwa North LGA of Abia State. Subsequently, the troops robustly mobilized to the scene and arrested one of the robbery suspects, Chinecherem Abnegwu. The suspect confessed that he and one Chisom (now at large) ha been in the heinous act for 2 years.

In another development, on 22 November 2019, troops of Sector 5, in conjunction with other security agencies conducted a successful joint patrol and arrested 4 members of a notorious kidnap gang at Ihuonyia, Ezeagu LGA of Enugu State. Preliminary investigation reveals that the suspects, Amujiugu Chinedu, Lawal Jibril, Mohammed Ibrahim and Samaila Ila Ibrahim were involved in the kidnapping of one Reverend Father Nduluo Theophilus of St Patrick Church Ihuonyia Ezeagu on 15 November 2019.

In Operation MESA, troops continue to smash criminal elements across the Theatre of operation. On 19 November 2019, troops of 1 Division Garrison deployed at Gwagwada in Chikun LGA of Kaduna State, acting on reliable information, arrived Kajari Village in the same LGA and neutralized one of the bandits operating in the area and recovered one AK 47 rifle and 3 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammunition. In a related development, on 20 November 2019, acting on credible information, troops of 223 Battalion arrested 2 kidnap suspects namely Zoodi Babangida Joshua and Achie Shehu in connection with a kidnap incidence around Ayu and Mugaba Village of Danko Wasagu LGA of Kebbi State. Also, troops of Operation MESA deployed at Jos North LGA of Plateau State, following a lead on 21 November 2019, arrested one Jonathan David at Rock Haven area in Jos North LGA of Plateau State with a fabricated pistol and one live cartridge in his possession. Equally, on 22 November 2019, troops of Operation MESA deployed at Ugya in Toto LGA of Nasarawa State encountered some bandits at Turunku Village. After the brief encounter, one bandit was neutralized while 2 others were arrested. One locally made gun and 2 cutlasses were recovered from the criminals.

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai wishes to thank all peace loving citizens for their continued support and goodwill as the troops of the Nigerian Army continue to create a peaceful and conducive environment before, during and after the Yuletide period.

You are kindly requested to disseminate above information to the general public for awareness. Thank you for your usual cooperation.


AI
*AMINU ILIYASU*

Colonel
Nigerian Army Operations Media Coordinator
27 November 2019

Odunayaw:
I apologize

No problem.i guessed u weren't getting the message clearly..

SELF-RELIANCE: NAF TO PARTNER ZARIA INDUSTRIES LIMITED FOR LOCAL PRODUCTION OF TENTS, RELATED ITEMS

In furtherance of its determination to ensure full compliance with the Federal Government’s directives to patronize the Nigerian Cotton, Textile and Garment (CTG) Industry Sector for its needs, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is set to partner with the Zaria Industries Limited (ZIL) for the local production of tents and other associated items. This was revealed today, 23 November 2019, when the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, undertook an assessment visit to the Company’s factory complex in Zaria, Kaduna State.

Speaking during the visit, the CAS, who was accompanied by other senior officers from Headquarters NAF, as well as the Air Officer Commanding Air Training Command Kaduna, stated that the NAF has always been at the forefront of looking inwards to ensure local content, as much as practicable, in meeting its operational and logistics needs. The objective, he said, was to reduce dependence on goods and services from abroad, with attendant socio-economic multiplier effects in terms of foreign exchange savings and job creation as well as positive impact on national security.

Air Marshal Abubakar observed that, in line with the drive of the President Muhammadu Buhari Administration for enhanced local content, he had also recently led a team of senior officers on a visit to the Ibeto Group Factory Complex in Nnewi to explore other areas of further collaboration beyond the production of aircraft batteries. He noted that a similar visit was also being planned to some industries in Calabar, the Cross River State Capital, in the coming days. The CAS emphasized that the NAF's quest for collaborative ventures with local industries was premised on the fact that nations at war require the full participation and support of the private sector in terms of their knowledge, skills and value-added products in order to be successful. He noted that ZIL was one of such industries whose products and services were important to NAF operations, especially for its Quick Response Groups (QRGs) and Quick Response Wings (QRWs).

Fielding questions from journalists after the guided tour of the factory, which included inspection of the integrated production lines for Spinning, Weaving, Dyeing, Water Repellency and Water Proofing as well as visits to the Sewing, Metal Fabrication and Quality Control/Testing Sections, the CAS said he was excited with the potential value that ZIL products could add to the operations of the NAF. He noted that, having been earlier impressed with the quality of the Company’s products, he had embarked on this personal assessment, along with a high-level delegation that could take decisions and initiate immediate action for the acquisition of the required materials for the NAF. Air Marshal Abubakar concluded by saying that the NAF would continue to encourage and support reputable local industries like ZIL in line with Mr President’s directives.

Earlier in his remarks, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of ZIL, Engineer (Engr) Ilyas Saleh, while welcoming the CAS, stated that the Company was established in 1975 as the first, and still the only major local manufacturer of tarpaulin materials used in the construction of tents, canopies, camp beds and truck covers in Nigeria and West Africa. He noted, however, that despite its installed capacity to produce over 2 million square metres of 100 percent cotton-canvas tarpaulin fabrics as well as several metric tons of cotton yarn and many types of tents and camp beds, the company had been operating sub-optimally due to challenges such as poor power supply, high cost of raw materials and consumables as well as low patronage. He however expressed appreciation that the policies of the current Federal Government (FG) Administration towards alleviating the challenges of the CTG Sector had begun to yield positive dividends in revamping the fortunes of the company with such patronage as that of the NAF. While thanking the CAS for the support in realizing the FG’s directives, he pledged ZIL’s commitment to manufacturing high grade tarpaulin products to meet the NAF’s expectations in terms of cost and quality.

Before returning to Abuja, the CAS and members of his entourage, made a stopover at the 271 NAF Detachment Birnin Gwari, where he inspected ongoing projects and interacted with troops. The CAS, while assuring the troops of the Government’s unwavering commitment to providing for their operational and welfare needs, urged them to remain resolute in the discharge of their task of ensuring the security of the lives and properties of Nigerians within their Area of Responsibility.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

NAF TO PARTNER CROSS RIVER STATE GOVERNMENT FOR UNIFORMS, COMBAT RATION PRODUCTION

In another move to further boost self-reliance in the local production of uniforms and other items, including combat rations, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has perfected plans to enter into partnership with the Cross River State Government. The objective is to deliberately reduce dependence on foreign vendors for its operational and logistics needs, while consciously enhancing the fortunes of local industries through increased patronage. This was made known today, 26 November 2019, when the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, visited some Cross River State owned Companies, including the State Garment Factory and other Agro-Allied Companies.

The visit began with a courtesy call on the Executive Governor of the State, Professor Ben Ayade, who, while welcoming the CAS to the State, thanked him profoundly for his unwavering commitment towards patronizing made-in-Nigeria products. He said he was extremely impressed with the CAS’ determination to support local industrial concerns in line with the current policy thrust of the Federal Government (FG), noting that it was obviously a product of his clear understanding of the nexus between security and development, being an erudite strategic thinker. He said the Cross River State (CRS) Garment Factory was established based on the realization of the economic and social benefits that would accrue in terms of jobs and wealth creation within the extended value chain.

Governor Ayade, while citing the example of Bangladesh, which has a population of about 162 Million that is about 85 percent dependent on its garment industry, stated that the optimization of the Cotton, Textile and Garments (CTG) Sector in Nigeria would create a considerable number of jobs that would significantly reduce unemployment whilst also earning the Nation much-needed foreign exchange. He said it was noteworthy and gratifying that the CAS was the first to visit the State’s Garment Factory, even though it has its own, albeit smaller, garment making facility in Kaduna. He noted that, in order to ensure the uniforms that would be made for the NAF meet the required standards, some of the NAF’s tailors who had earlier been trained by the Service in China could be detailed to mentor the CRS Garment Factory tailors. He noted, furthermore, that some tailors would also be sent for training in various areas of specialty in China, India and Bangladesh to further ensure high quality products. Professor Ayade equally thanked President Muhammadu Buhari for instituting the policy on patronage of the local CTG Sector, which he said would no doubt be beneficial to Nigeria and Nigerians.

Earlier in his remarks, Air Marshal Abubakar said he was highly honoured to have been invited to witness what the Cross River State Government had achieved in terms of developing Agro-Allied industries to enhance the socio-economic well-being of the State and its people. He emphasized that security was about development, stating that the more development that was realized in a particular area, the less the likelihood for the people to be mobilized for violence and criminality. The CAS also observed that countries faced with security challenges must make conscious efforts to source for home-grown solutions to such challenges, whether they be technological or otherwise. He noted that it was in furtherance of this that the NAF had continued to seek for areas of partnership and collaboration with the private sector including companies such as the Ibeto Group in Nnewi and the Zaria Industries Limited in Zaria, among others, to source for ways of meeting its requirements locally. He said the visit to the CRS Garment Factory was another of such initiatives pursuant to the FG’s directives to patronize the Nigerian CTG Sector.

After being conducted on a guided tour of the various Companies and especially the Garment Factory by the Governor, the CAS, who was visibly impressed, stated his willingness to immediately patronize the Company to provide uniforms for some of the 10,000 additional personnel that had been recruited into the Service in the past 4 years. “What is happening here is excellent and amazing. We will take immediate action to ensure that the orders start rolling out as soon as possible”, he said.

While in Calabar, the CAS, who was accompanied on the visit by some Principal Staff Officers from Headquarters NAF, received briefings from the Air Officer Commanding Mobility Command, Air Vice Marshal Peter Uzezi, as well as the Commander 305 Special Mobility Group (305 SMG), Group Captain Abraham Sule. He also held an interactive session with personnel of the 305 SMG, where he addressed critical administrative and welfare issues, while charging them to remain absolutely loyal and committed to the performance of their constitutional roles. The CAS and his entourage have since returned to Abuja.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

Odunayaw:
We have dockyards that can build up to that size. Technology wise/Skill wise, Nope. I don't think the ToT of the P18n materialized.

What's not a fantasy? That the SDB will carry helo onboard? I should say its A LIE then.
The schematics (rough one) for the SDB3 has been posted before

. Odunayaw u're misinterpreting me.I never said The SDB 3 would carry helo.i said after the SDB 3 the NDL might build something bigger and more capable than the SDBs perhaps an OPV with helo carrying capability.And I wasn't talking about ToT of the P18N.i meant building ships that size was the next agenda.Not the Mistra or Izumo class vessels

I just dey find una trouble.. God see attacking
wat meant was ships dat can carry a helo.it could be any length.60-70
Not mistra class.
Nigeria has the capability to build such p18N size of ships

NOTE:It's not a fantasy@Odunayaw

Since everyone is silent and no latest uploads yet... lemme drop dis.
Senegal to acquire 3missile capable OPVs from Piriou group France.About 50-60 meters.Deliveries starts from 2023

I suspect after the completion of the SDB 3
Nigeria naval dockyard is going to build something big... Helicopter carrying capable ship I suspect..

obidark:
the last chad tried nonesense with nigeria,nigeria entered their territory and nearly reached their capital....

dont underestimate nigeria....when nigerians get desperate,they get very dangerous....

i opened a thread sayin,nigeria would be hard to defeat in a conventional war....
but people laughed at me....

get them desperate enough and see what will happen....

true... Never underestimate Nigeria.

Rico today's pic

Xbee007:
There was an upgrade that enabled the some NAF Alpha Jets carry out night ops. The upgrade was carried out like 2-3 years ago.

correct even the Aerol39 albatross assigned to 102 air composite group(Hub of Op lafiya Dole) conducts Night ops.Any news on the upgrade of the ATR 42 ELINT/ISR plane

bidexiii:
#NPF
#SF

Tekowi TPV

rka2:
It is nice to know that the NN is expecting Lynx Helicopters.

"These procurement include money for the purchase of Navy Lynx helicopters. Total amount spent so far: $876,888,428.71. The equipment paid for have due dates of delivery of between six months and two years. Balance of the money that is unspent as at today is $123,111,571.29."

https://allafrica.com/stories/201907230108.html

I also heard of drones too any idea what type cos Me I heard predator drones.why not tsaigumi UAV

AIR OPERATIONS: CAS INSPECTS ONGOING IN-COUNTRY PERIODIC DEPOT MAINTENANCE OF ALPHA JETS, OTHER PROJECTS IN KAINJI

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, has stated that the ongoing in-country Periodic Depot Maintenance (PDM) of some Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Alpha Jets, being executed at the 407 Air Combat Training Group (407 ACTG) Kainji, Niger State includes significant avionics upgrades that would enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of air operations conducted with the aircraft. The CAS disclosed this yesterday, 21 November 2019, while on an inspection visit to to assess progress of the PDM as well as other ongoing projects at NAF Base Kainji.

The CAS, who was accompanied by other senior officers from Headquarters (HQ) NAF as well as the Air Officer Commanding Air Training Command (AOC ATC), Air Vice Marshal Mohammed Suleiman, was briefed on the progress of work by the Commander 407 ACTG, Squadron Leader Kingsley Igwegbe, who stated that the team of technical expatriates from Arlington Jets, United State of America, working jointly with NAF engineers and technicians, had begun work on preparing some of the parts of the airframe of the aircraft that had been shipped abroad for repairs and returned to Nigeria for mounting on the aircraft, while the upgrade of the avionics to meet current acceptable standards was progressing steadily. He observed that the avionics upgrade would not only enhance operational safety but also increase the reliability and effectiveness of the aircraft. Moreover, he noted that the challenges associated with unavailability of the spares for the old system would be eliminated as spares would now be readily available for prompt maintenance. He pledged that the team would continue to work tirelessly to ensure the job was completed on schedule.

While addressing the press after the inspection tour, the CAS expressed delight at the level of work done on the first 3 Alpha Jets and commended the Commander 407 ACTG as well as the team of NAF engineers and technicians for their hard work, commitment and dedication in ensuring steady progress of the job. He urged them not to relent in their efforts at ensuring excellent and timely completion of the job. He emphasized that, apart from hastening the overall timeframe of the maintenance job, the in-country PDM, would allow the NAF personnel involved in the project to build their capacity to enable them ultimately carry out major aspects of such high level maintenance activities on their own in the future. The CAS therefore urged the personnel to make maximum use of the opportunity to enhance NAF’s self-reliance. He noted that completion of the in-country PDM would boost the NAF’s Air Power employment capability by increasing the number of Alpha Jet aircraft available for combat operations in the various Theatres of Operation.

Speaking further, Air Marshal Abubakar recalled that a similar life extension maintenance had been carried out recently on three L-39ZA aircraft in Kano, while an in-country PDM was also successfully carried out on a C-130 Hercules aircraft in Lagos, with the PDM of another C-130 also currently ongoing. Furthermore, he disclosed that reactivation work on another Mi-35P helicopter was also in progress is in Portharcourt. He highlighted that, apart from building the capacity of NAF personnel, these local maintenance efforts had also resulted huge foreign exchange savings for the Nation.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

NAF DECORATES RECENTLY PROMOTED SENIOR OFFICERS, AS CAS CHARGES THEM TO REDEDICATE THEMSELVES TO SERVICE TO THE NATION

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) today, 21 November 2019, decorated 13 Air Commodores and 35 Group Captains, who were recently promoted to the next higher ranks of Air Vice Marshal and Air Commodore by the Air Force Council. The decoration ceremony, which took place at the Headquarters NAF Abuja, was witnessed by a large turnout of senior officers, both serving and retired, as well as family members and friends. While decorating the senior officers, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, charged them to rededicate themselves to the service of Nigeria as they prepare for higher challenges. According to him, “in the race to add value to the society and secure communities, there should be no finishing line”. “Your promotion will cost tax payers additional resources and this must translate to additional security for Nigeria and Nigerians", he added.

Air Marshal Abubakar reiterated that the promotion of the senior officers was premised on their past excellent performances and the resolve of the Service to constantly reward excellence. The CAS noted further that the increasingly complex and challenging security environment requires the Service to put forward its very best at all times. He therefore, stated that promotion could no longer be business as usual. According to him, “while time on rank would, understandably, continue to be central, factors such as merit, productivity, establishment vacancy, deployability and, to some extent, geographical spread have combined to raise the bar and make the race even more competitive”, he said.

The CAS explained further that, in the discharge of military responsibilities, the demands on members of the Armed Forces are unique, requiring, in some instances. Thus, he said it is very important that the Services are led by persons of exceptional leadership qualities so as to eliminate or minimize costly mistakes during operations, which is even higher in the case of the Air Force given the complex nature of air operations. He went further to specially applaud the spouses and family members of the newly promoted senior officers, while imploring them to sustain the support they have been giving to enable them excel in their new, higher responsibilities. He tasked the newly promoted officers to brace up for the challenges ahead especially in the collective resolve to regenerate the NAF and ensure a secured Nigeria. He urged them to continue to apply their skills, experience, commitment and time when and wherever demanded.

While highlighting the progress made in repositioning the Service into a highly professional and disciplined force over the last 4 years, Air Marshal Abubakar disclosed that, through the priority attention given to human capacity development, the Service has witnessed unprecedented improvement in aircraft serviceability rate across all NAF platforms. He said notable achievements had also been made in the area of Research and Development, such as the production of the diaphragm for the Mi-35P helicopter and L39ZA aircraft, amongst many other breakthroughs. Other areas where significant value had been added, he said, were in the expansion of the NAF Regiment Speciality, with the Force Protection in Complex Air and Ground Environment (FP-CAGE) and Special Forces training to equip the personnel with the skills required to adequately protect NAF bases and other critical national assets. In terms of flying training, the CAS noted that over 100 pilots had been winged in the last 4 years, with the NAF now boasting of a total of 6 female pilots. Air Marshal Abubakar observed that all the achievements would not have been possible without the support of the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Muhammadu Buhari. He therefore pledged the commitment of the Service to Mr President’s vision of a secure and prosperous Nation.

Earlier in his welcome remarks, the Chief of Administration (COA), Air Vice Marshal Kingsley Lar, noted that the occasion was another milestone in the career development of the senior officers, who were able to scale through the painstaking screening process as well as the approval by the Air Force Council. He noted that elevation comes with higher responsibilities and therefore enjoined the newly decorated officers to be more diligent, committed and accountable in the discharge of their duties as well as in their interactions with their professional colleagues and civilians.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information

CNS DIRECTS NAVAL COMMANDS TO HAND OVER ALL ARRESTED VESSELS BY DECEMBER 2019

The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has directed naval commands to ensure that recently arrested vessels are processed and handed over to appropriate prosecuting agencies not later than 15 December 2019.

Addressing Principal Staff Officers, Flag Officers Commanding and Commanders of autonomous naval commands, Vice Admiral Ibas directed these units to work closely with zonal offices of prosecuting agencies and inform the Naval Headquarters and headquarters of such agencies of the handing over process. The CNS commended the senior commanders for the efforts being made to ensure that the nation’s maritime environment is safe, recalling the numerous operations and exercises conducted so far to achieve this feat. As we are approaching the end of the year, Vice Admiral Ibas charged the Commanders to ensure that activities of criminals are curtailed and efforts are intensified by the NN to firmly control the maritime environment.

Notwithstanding the achievements of the Service thus far, the CNS also directed the Commanders to ensure that officers and ratings uphold the core values of the Navy which are professionalism, integrity and teamwork. He also tasked the Commanders to lead by example, emphasize collective ownership of the Service and ensure the sanctity of the Service. He informed that the Navy was expecting new ships in year 2020 and called for proper and positive attitude towards the management of these new assets.

On the operationalization of the ECOWAS Zone E, Vice Admiral Ibas stated that the operationalization of the proposed MOU between Nigeria, Togo, Republic of Benin and Niger Republic would facilitate joint patrols, emphasizing the collective resolve towards a safer Gulf of GuineaCNS DIRECTS NAVAL COMMANDS TO HAND OVER ALL ARRESTED VESSELS BY DECEMBER 2019

The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has directed naval commands to ensure that recently arrested vessels are processed and handed over to appropriate prosecuting agencies not later than 15 December 2019.

Addressing Principal Staff Officers, Flag Officers Commanding and Commanders of autonomous naval commands, Vice Admiral Ibas directed these units to work closely with zonal offices of prosecuting agencies and inform the Naval Headquarters and headquarters of such agencies of the handing over process. The CNS commended the senior commanders for the efforts being made to ensure that the nation’s maritime environment is safe, recalling the numerous operations and exercises conducted so far to achieve this feat. As we are approaching the end of the year, Vice Admiral Ibas charged the Commanders to ensure that activities of criminals are curtailed and efforts are intensified by the NN to firmly control the maritime environment.

Notwithstanding the achievements of the Service thus far, the CNS also directed the Commanders to ensure that officers and ratings uphold the core values of the Navy which are professionalism, integrity and teamwork. He also tasked the Commanders to lead by example, emphasize collective ownership of the Service and ensure the sanctity of the Service. He informed that the Navy was expecting new ships in year 2020 and called for proper and positive attitude towards the management of these new assets.

On the operationalization of the ECOWAS Zone E, Vice Admiral Ibas stated that the operationalization of the proposed MOU between Nigeria, Togo, Republic of Benin and Niger Republic would facilitate joint patrols, emphasizing the collective resolve towards a safer Gulf of Guinea

Two U.S. service members have been killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan, According to the statement from the U.S. forces in Afghanistan.



The statement says Wednesday that the cause of the crash is under investigation, however preliminary reports do not indicate it was caused by enemy fire.



It added further that in accordance with U.S. Department of Defense policy, the names of the service members killed in action are being withheld until 24 hours after notification of next of kin is complete.



The Afghan Taliban claimed responsibility for downing the helicopter, which it said crashed in Logar province south of the capital Kabul.



"U.S. Chinook helicopter shot down and completely destroyed last night while trying to raid Mujahideen (Taliban) position in Pangram area of Sarkh, Logar," Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said in a tweet.



It was not possible to independently verify the group's claim.



The Taliban often claims responsibility for accidental crashes, and the Afghan government ruled out their involvement

shadowprimezero:
This wasn't the NIMASA one. It's undergoing reactivation within Nigeria like so many other aircraft before it. The one pictured is brand new and pictured in the Leonardo Helicopters factory.

thanks for making me understand

kabe1:
You argue aimlessly too much.

Guy u get problem with people sef? I said something based on what I know.i maybe wrong or right,I didn't argue with anyone.NIMASA transferred an AW139 to the Navy and I said that may be the bird.so what's aimless there

oyinpr:
this is obviously not in Nigeria, Spot the foreign pilots (probably Italian)

perhaps it went for upgrade..well if it's a new one thank God cos I remember The CNS saying they needed long-range choppers

shadowprimezero:
Latest addition to the Nigerian Navy Air Wing spotted

im sure dats the recent AW139 given to them by NIMASA, I spot search lights and Cam pod

bidexiii:
#ISIS West Africa Province #ISWAP pledges allegiance to new #ISIS Caliph Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi Qurashi in Nigeria.

Note array of arms they are with... Armbrust anti-tank launcher, AKM/AKMS/AK-47/AK-103, PKM, AGL etc.

Anyways some of them are already kissing the ass of there 72 virgins.

I hope DHQ has seen the video.Where are these guys getting their weaponry and kits from.Some one is sponsoring, someone close by.

bidexiii:
I respect your opinion.
Am a living testimony of prayers, spending over 4 years in the deadliest places in the northeast theatre.
It worked for some of us and it changed a lot

bidexiii is dat u ?

bidexiii:
Uganda UPDF BMP-2 Carrier Mortar Tracked Vehicles,I have come to the conclusion that,UPDF is better armed than KDF.
Guys what's your take, please don't even compare with Nigerian army.

did a research UPDF don't operate BMP-2 mortar carrier vehicle.It the cardom produced by Israel

bidexiii:
Uganda UPDF BMP-2 Carrier Mortar Tracked Vehicles,I have come to the conclusion that,UPDF is better armed than KDF.
Guys what's your take, please don't even compare with Nigerian army.

Them having BMP2 carrier mortar Tracked vehicles doesn't mean they are better than NA not even KDF

Xbee007:
Seeking for prayer Kwa?

Prayers don't change anything, it may make us feel good but it changes nothing.

some people are just funny..
You say prayers don't change anything..
I pray something strong happens to you then you'll know

kabe1:
Anyway no need to argue with you. If you say it can be fixed, then it can be fixed.

well if u say it can't still be fixed so be it. I'm just worried what will be D fate of some less damaged parts