₦airaland Forum

LTGEN:
Let put a contrary opinion to that last statement about the NAF cutting costs ( not defending them) I kept quiet on the last two videos that the NAF released .
MARTE :
This was brutal to watch and the aftermath showed why they used the 500 kg napalm bombs that was to send an extra ordinary message one picture showed the insidious nature of napalm burned to the skeleton ( 2 bh kia)
TIMBUKTU triangle
At first it showed some rockets being aimed closed to the vehicles ( missing on purposes?) no this was for shrapnel purposes to maim not to kill thereby a liability for bh
In the same video the next strafe it got the next set of vehicles ( spot on) i have also seen some gun trucks with not bullet holes/ cannon but shrapnel that has torn through them.
My critique of the NAF is this :
Not enough MI-171 E
They don't have any future plans to buy the MI-28. This is what they should be planning for ( The future).

the Weapons NAF mi35m dispersed In marte was only cannons... No bomb dropped or rocket

kabe1:
They've proven to be really reliable, real workhorse.

I'll say that I've been quite disappointed we've not seen Nigerian made vehicles in the thick of action so far.

Both the ARA & Ezugwu have been conspicuously missing.

I had hope 2020 onwards would have been our year.

you not seeing them doesn't mean they're not involved

shadowprimezero:
Ops in Alagarno

Abeg link...

CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT: NAF GRADUATES 676 ADDITIONAL REGIMENT PERSONNEL TRAINED IN FORCE PROTECTION IN COMPLEX AIR-GROUND ENVIRONMENT

In furtherance of its continued efforts at developing the capacity of its personnel to tackle various security challenges in the Country, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) today, 23 January 2021, graduated another batch of 676 Regiment personnel, comprising 3 officers and 673 airmen/airwomen. The combined graduation ceremony, which took place at the Regiment Training Centre (RTC), Kaduna, consisted of graduands of the Basic Regiment Officers’ Course (BROC), Regimental Sergeant Majors’ (RSM’s) Course as well as the Basic and Advanced Regiment Airmen’s Courses (BRAC/ARAC). In addition, apart from the 40 Senior Non Commissioned Officers (SNCOs) that graduated from the RSM’s Course, all the other 637 personnel were trained in Force Protection in Complex Air and Ground Environment (FPCAGE). Significantly, the FPCAGE Course, which was hitherto conducted by the British Military Advisory Training Team (BMATT), was, for the first time in the history of the Centre, conducted by the RTC’s NAF instructors, having built capacity over the past 5 years under BMATT guidance.

Speaking at the graduation ceremony, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, reiterated that the human being is the most important resource in any system or endeavour. He noted however that no human being can give their best without being properly trained. He added that it would be irresponsible for any leader to give tasks to any individual or group without adequately equipping them with the required knowledge and skills to be effective in the execution of those tasks. He emphasized that it is only when leadership ensures that personnel have sufficient capacity and are properly equipped with requisite knowledge and skills as well as the necessary tools that it would have the moral courage to hold them accountable in the event of failure or any lapses. He highlighted that this has been the rationale behind the robust capacity building initiatives embarked upon under his leadership since 2015. As a result of this drive, the CAS noted, an unprecedented 152 new pilots had been trained, while 20 others were expected to receive their pilot wings in the coming months. He disclosed that over 1,000 aircraft engineers and technicians had similarly been trained while over 200 NAF personnel were undergoing training in 9 different countries across the globe. This, he said, was aside the thousands of others undergoing various training courses within the country. In specific reference to the building of capacity of Regiment personnel, Air Marshal Abubakar observed that the objective has always been to ensure that the Service has sufficient inherent capacity to protect its air assets and bases as well as its air and ground crews so that the Service is, in turn, able to effectively and efficiently project air power. According to him, “you must ‘force protect’ in order to be able to effectively ‘force project”.

Speaking further, Air Marshal Abubakar stated that the NAF has relentlessly pursued the improvement of force protection capabilities amidst the increasing complex nature of contemporary threats. This, the CAS said, had necessitated the drive for massive recruitment and training of Regiment personnel to complement NAF air operations across various theatres. He noted that the trainings and subsequent deployments of force protection elements have contributed to bridging the gaps in the protection of NAF critical assets and bases. “It is reassuring to note that the monumental investments by the Federal Government of Nigeria in the acquisition of new platforms and other critical infrastructure are now better secured than they were in the past”, he said. The CAS further noted that, as part of the move by the Service towards the continued expansion of the NAF Regiment Structure, the current NAF Administration recently restructured the 407 Air Combat Training Group, Kainji and established the 41 Force Protection Wing in Kainji. The Wing, he said, is to serve as a dedicated Unit to ensure credible force protection and base defence for Units in the Kainji Base, which has been expanded with the planned induction of the A-29 Super Tucano aircraft in mind.

The CAS disclosed that 65 Regiment personnel, made up of 20 officers and 45 airmen, have been nominated to attend various specialized Regiment courses in Egypt to further improve the capacity and quality of NAF Regiment personnel. “I want to assure you all that plans are in place to train more Regiment personnel overseas to sustain capacity development in the Regiment Specialty”, he said. He further revealed that the NAF would reinvigorate capabilities that had hitherto declined whilst also developing new capabilities for the changing security environment as well as adopting processes to reflect the broad range of security requirements. He added that the Service would equally continue to invest in capacity building initiatives aimed at generating combat forces not only capable of securing NAF bases against all forms of hostile elements but also poised for effective, efficient and swift response to National security challenges. He noted the the evidence of the effectiveness of the NAF Regiment and Special Forces was in their creditable performance in contributing to the return of normalcy in areas where they are deployed including Agatu in Benue State, Gembu in Taraba State, Gusau in Zamfara State and Birnin Gwari in Kaduna State.

While congratulating the graduands, Air Marshal Abubakar charged them to imbibe the attributes of the military profession which include loyalty, discipline, honesty, intelligence, physical fitness, motivation, accountability, teamwork and decisiveness, amongst others. He reminded them that they would be operating at a time when the Nation is facing numerous security challenges and must therefore be disciplined and vigilant while protecting all Nigerians, irrespective of their political ideology, ethnic background or religious inclination. In his words, “You will be operating at a time when our nation is facing numerous security challenges. You must therefore be a strong bulwark, disciplined and vigilant. It is also important that you guard your utterances and conduct at all times, and not allow yourselves to be used by ‘disgruntled and criminal elements’ in the society. Furthermore, you must always submit yourselves to civil authority and protect our democracy. Most importantly, the safety and security of our precious people and communities must remain our primary priority. In addition, you must avoid any act capable of denting the image of the NAF. Always remember that your duty is to protect all Nigerians irrespective of their political inclination, ethnic background or religious inclination. I am confident that with our continued commitment and sustained effort, we shall overcome every threat to the peace, stability and security of our dear country, Nigeria”.

The CAS expressed his appreciation to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Muhammadu Buhari, for his unwavering and relentless support to the NAF. He also commended the Air Officer Commanding, Ground Training Command (AOC GTC), Air Vice Marshal Idi Amin, as well as the Commandant RTC, Group Captain Daniel Komo, and his staff for conducting the training effectively, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 Pandemic, which hinders human activities and operations. While appreciating the Chief of Training and Operations, AOC Air Training Command (AOC ATC), Directors and other staff officers, the CAS implored them not to relent, while assuring them of his continued support to sustain the various capacity building initiatives.

In his welcome address, the AOC GTC, AVM Amin, stated that, in order to meet the expectations of the NAF Headquarters, the curriculum of RTC was restructured to ensure that the training of personnel meets the ever-changing complexities of military operations. He said the students were accordingly exposed to both theoretical and practical training in weapon handling and marksmanship, live shooting at the range, contemporary field tactics as well as force protection skills for guarding critical assets. He added that, in order to further improve their level of understanding, the students embarked on tours to Nigerian Army School of Artillery Kachia; Nigerian Army School of Infantry, Jaji and the Defence Industry Corporation of Nigeria, Kaduna. The objective of these trips, he said, was to foster inter-Service cooperation and compare notes on training tactics and methods. The AOC therefore expressed his appreciation and profound gratitude to the CAS for his unwavering support and timely approval of the Centre’s training needs. This, he said, undoubtedly improved the morale of the instructors and enhanced the smooth conduct of training in RTC.

Highlights of the graduation ceremony included the conferment of certificates on the graduating students as well as the presentation of awards to students who excelled in the various courses. Also present at the ceremony were Branch Chiefs from Headquarters NAF as well as Commandants and Commanders of tri-Service and NAF Formations in Kaduna. Before departing Kaduna, the CAS inspected some ongoing projects at the RTC Training Area.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Vice Marshal
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force
23 January 2021

https://twitter.com/Affan1030/status/1353056327308693505?s=20 the hunt continues
#PrayForOurTroops

Men

Amazing she make sense

BREAKING: The gallant troops of Operation Tura Takaibango killed several BokoHaram terrorists this evening in Mafa town, Borno State. No casualty on the side of military as troops morale reportedly Details later.

I heard they tried to attack a SF position.
Also seems like AFSF are redeployed

Troops of Operation TURA TAKAIBANGO Yesterday evening Foiled BokoHaram attempted kidnapping of travelers along Gajiram-Monguno road. Over 15 insurgents killed + 5 gun trucks captured. While travelers who were at the verge of being abducted were also rescued. #SecureNorth

Troops of Operation TURA TAKAIBANGO Yesterday evening Foiled BokoHaram attempted kidnapping of travelers along Gajiram-Monguno road. Over 15 insurgents killed + 5 gun trucks captured. While travelers who were at the verge of being abducted were also rescued.

komekn:
I was born in the UK but made in Warri.

And no be Delta estate I grow or plantation Estate. But rugged Avenue.

But that was before your time.

Area

komekn:
So u be Warri product ❓

I thought you would be an aje butter living in Banana Island.

Although I presumed from your exuberance that you are very young and still in school.

yes you're correct but calm down with your grammar abeg

BabaOwen:
Who have seen the video of the woman and her daughter that were shot in the head, is a very gory video. It happened in warri today.

A policeman was allege to have shot them.

it wasn't a gun shot
It was an accident caused by the f**king police....
It happen when I was heading to school.
The gridlock no be here police useless abegg

jl115:
that's a Mi35M....

i told him

Nigeria air force special forces Rescue three women from BHT den today

https://twitter.com/Affan1030/status/1351593315867779074?s=20
Troops advance in Alagarno forest
#TURA TAKAIBANGO

kabe1:
This is my last comment on this.

This screenshot is from one of Papel's documentaries.

Nigerian Air Force MI-24V in Yola


I don't know where you got the idea that all Nigerian MI-24V's are grounded.

guy these part of the clip is old naaa since 2014/15 the mi-24v was still active in 2016 I don't think all is grounded majority of them I saw one in Maiduguri in 2016 since then I haven't seen it also perhaps one that conducts Anti militants ops but haven't seen it also...

kabe1:
Augusta A109 helicopters practicing medvac drills last year

ok some are still active not all my bad..

kabe1:
MI-24 spotted in the northeast in July 2020.

Note the chin mount and absence of FLIR pod

this is the mi35m look at the hard port closely only two with the rocket pods visible.
The FLIR pod is even visible

kabe1:
Major inspection on an aircraft doesn't mean the aircraft is not available for combat. That's what you have failed to prove.

This is what i'm asking you to prove.

Dudeeee what is Major inspection...

Also I've seen the Mi24v in PH they're grounded long side three dauphin helo.
Some without Rotor blades some with Flat tire..
Okay check the documentary on NAF aircraft maintenance go to the part of Mi35p from that part you'll see an Mi24v without Rotor blades at the background.
When last did you see the AW109 after the second crash in Enugu??

Speaking further, Air Marshal Abubakar revealed that, as part of plans to further boost its aircraft serviceability status, the Service was on the verge of completing in-country Periodic Depot Maintenance (PDM) and avionics upgrade of additional 2 Alpha-Jet aircraft at the 407 Air Combat Training Group, Kainji. He equally disclosed that 2 x F7-Ni aircraft were undergoing LEP in Makurdi, while 7 of same aircraft type were being air freighted to China for overhaul and avionics upgrade. “Plans are in top gear to carry out major inspection on the Mi-24V and A-109 helicopters, Kabe1

kabe1:
Man, where is the evidence for all this BS you're sprouting?

You can clearly see an MI-35p in Katsina (North West) in this video


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yItgLepVKXg

the two mi-35p aren't always stationed in one base bro. Though they report from SOG portharcourt in this vid they're in Katsina,one was once In plateau another in Zamfara,it was also deployed in Maiduguri for operation Rattle snake.
I saw 1 of the Mi35p in PH around December 29

kabe1:
post the link of the CAS saying so.

Else i call B.S on this.

I'll find it and post it...

iblawi:
I don't have info about how the were distributed but I believe we received 6 remaining 6 MI-35M.
We lost 1 which means we have 5 left. 3 of them can still be in Borno and two supporting in other areas.

All of them?
This your information is hard to believe o.

The Mi24 in use in Kaduna in not part of the new MI-35M even the one in port-harcourt.

no we actually received 5 not six the first two in 2016 if I'm not mistaking the other two in 2018 the one which was spotted in Russia.it was even in one of NAF budget I think the Helo came but was announced publicly.its even in the banner NAF displayed during The Mi-17 induction.
The Mi-24Vs in pH aren't active..
I'm sure one mi-24v is supposed to be in the NE
The Helo in KD is a mi-35p

kabe1:
What is your evidence to support this?

The CAS said so himself
Both the Mi-24V and Agusta 109e LUH will soon undergo Reactivation just like the mi35p

iblawi:
We've not even finished using the ones we have why get from outside?

We have a lot of MI24/35. We're not even using up to half in the north east.

The MI-35M is the Game changer by making it difficult for Boko Haram to launch night attacks and it seems the accuracy of the MI-35M differentiate it from other variants. The Super Tucano, JF-17 thunder ⚡ and UCAV will soon make their own contributions.

we have only 5 mi-35m two is at Maiduguri one I'm sure is In Zamfara we lost one in Damask the other one is on rotation.
Our Mi-24 are to undergo maintenance all of them so they're not active at the moment.

persius555:
I'm beginning to think there's something these guys know about RPG that other armies dont know

As funny as this is it might be true

bidexiii:
#COIN

see RPGs nawww Them Good abeg.

@DejiAdesogan
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JUST IN: Troops of Operation Lafia Dole engaged BokoHaram fighters in heavy gunfight this evening in Frigi village, #Borno. Local sources confirmed troops superior firepower forced insurgents fleeing in disarray while some were neutralized, exploitation ongoing, details later.

Bro SamuelAnyawu Afar any updates

Stargate254:
KDF has also been donating desks and school supplies and airlifting students and teachers back to their various schools along the Kenya-Sommali border and helping them avoid using remote untarmacked roads near the porous border. Its not sustainable but atleast they are helping them avoid being ambushed or kidnapped into Somalia while returning to school. In areas where non-somali teachers have refuse to teach for fear of insecurity in these areas (which is understandable), KDF has tried to volunteer their men to provide lesson to these kids.

wonderful job by the Kenyans they're really doing a good job...

Xbee007:
Holly Molly! If you no get mind no watch this one abeg.

some without heads some without legs, some without Heads,legs, hands


Complete Elimination....


Twitter don delete am o just too f**king goryyy