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Cholls:
my brother read up on this topic to get a clear insight of it.

It is you who need to stop projecting your bias on simple statements. Apocalyptic event is a simple English phrase, the meaning of which is very clear. Google it.

It was when you point out "Apocalyptic event" that you shot yourself in the foot... Because, if you really have a grasp of this topic you will know already an Apocalyptic event has happened?" I would say it has with the creation of the nation of Israel in 1948.

Even the second World War is not considered an apocalyptic event. How the creation of Israel becomes apocalyptic beats me. Pray, do tell me more. Is there a book you're reading that I need to consult?

budaatum:
Why would we not see "a giant asteroid the size of our sun approaching earth" when it is likely to affect our satellites and distort mobile communication and block out the sun for months if not years before it hits us? Are we going to become blind first or just very stupid and too ignorant to not note we would starve first when the sun does not grow our food?

I already gave an hypothetical explanation as to why we wouldn't see the asteroid. It is inside a wormhole. Read more on Einstein's theory of relativity, perhaps you will understand how this hypothetical asteroid homing on planet earth can transverse billions of kilometres in just a twinkle of an eye. The asteroid becomes visible only 24 hours until impact much to Elon Musk dismay.

As I said, "if I had just 24 hours to live", as opposed to my own destiny becoming that of the 8 billion human beings on earth, some of whom already are preparing the International Space Station in advance of a home on the Moon or Mars in case the earth truly does come to an end.

The only good thing about that is I'd be very long dead by the time its needed or I might become a terrorist fighting the injustice of being left behind along with all the Africans who would not be admitted to Mars or the Moon too except perhaps the likes of Dangote who can afford it, which is very not fair.

I guess I am unable to suspend my disbelief to play along with your scenario. Forgive me please, the fault is all mine.

You have not sinned at all. I too disbelief.

Cholls:
my brother your Apocalyptic meant 'end of the World' isn't?! And by 'Event' I note you still think apocalyptic means destruction.

"Apocalyptic* is an adjective qualifying the noun "event". Apocalyptic means something foreboding terrible disaster. Apocalyptic event means an event foreboding disaster, like a giant asteroid crashing into earth and doing what it did to the dinosaur to us. Or our sun running out of fuel. Or the sun's gravitational pull becoming so strong, it pulls in all the planets in its orbit.

budaatum:
First, as is my nature, I will disbelieve the world is ending in 24 hours because it just makes no sense.

I mean, is the moon or Mars about to collide with the earth, or the Sun about to run out of fuel? If so, we'd all surely have hundreds if not thousands of years warning already, which is long enough to prepare instead of waiting for the last 24 hours and then panicking like one who had their head stuck in the mud all along.

Well, say it is a giant asteroid the size of our sun approaching earth. We don't see it because it is inside a wormhole heading directly to planet earth. 24 hours to impact, it comes out of the wormhole and becomes visible for the first time.

The closest I can think of is if I had just 24 hours to live, in which case, I'd settle my score with kith and kin and post my last thread on Nairaland announcing buda has 24 hours to live, though even that I'd doubt since I'm not likely to ever have to be facing a firing squad at a time that is set. And then shall I just die while life goes on as it does.

I like the fact that you mentioned settling scores with Kith and kin despite the fact that, hypothetically, no one is going to make it out alive in that scenario.

SefunmiHookups:
Hmmmm interesting one. Ok, for me, if the world was ending in 24 hrs time,I will just get my house in order by praying with my loved ones. While doing so, I will tell myself and them not to be afraid that God said "nothing will seperate us from His love for us. Not angels, not demons, not apocalyptic events, nothing! Then I will call friends and tell them to ask God for the forgiveness of their sins(we are already saved by our faith in Christ. So what we need at that 11th hour is to pray and repent wholesomely)
Then after our prayers must have been concluded, I will tell family members to cook together and share our last meal as we await Jesus' Second coming. That's what u think we should do. No one should be afraid of leaving this world that is full of misery and pain. Well,that's if we knew the world will end in 24 hrs to come.

Nice one. I like the fact that you made it about family. Family is always important..

Righteousness2:
Op! We will be happy to hear what u will do.

Try something I have never tried before. Like marijuana or some shit like that. What will you be doing?

Cholls:
My brother Apocalypse doesn't mean end of the world anyway. Look it up it means "to be revealed".

"Apocalyptic event" not "apocalypse".

Say for example some apocalyptic event will occur in the next 24 hours that will certainly herald the end of the world. What will you use the 24 hours to do?

Will you pray to your lord or get the best Oloshos in your town and party till the end of the world?

DubaiLandLord1:
Lol

The day I deactivated the account, I was checking my profile, I saw I had thousands of likes, I was shocked I was not expecting I will have lots of likes like that.

Then I decided to start going through my comments, I find out Nairaland politics section don start to dey turn me to something else

I had to deactivate the account, and have not been making a lot of comments on Nairaland politics section since then.

The only reason I am not on Nairaland as a guest right now is because of this our thread the highest number of days I have been banned on Nairaland is just about 2 weeks. And I hardly get banned for the comments have been making on this thread.

In fact, i only found out I do get reported on this thread after guys like general farouk started lamenting about how he has been reporting some of my post without me getting banned. Someone even said he had to give up after he see say dem no dey ban me

I didn't do anything to warrant a ban from Nairaland

I no sure say I fit deactivate my account. The age of the account comes with a lot of perks.

DubaiLandLord1:
Since you feel I was ban, why was my account banned?

Some of Una just funny on this thread

I don't buy or sell anything on Nairaland, what reason exactly will my account be banned by the Mods for I can't believe all this cause of a deactivated account

You were given 666 years ban so no point in maintaining the account. Don't ask me how I know.

DubaiLandLord1:
Some of Una dey always overhype unaself on top internet

Me wey deactivate my old account wey popular for some section for Nairaland, an account with over 17k likes. You come dey think say not quoting me on a single thread will make me feel bad or what?

Ban is not the same as deactivate. Let's be guided.

Prayers doesn't solve problem.

ugo4u:
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The wind was really strong right before it started raining. Unfortunately, it just started all of a sudden.

Well, he needs to be investigated.

This life is a mirage, one moment you are alive and the next people are attaching Late... to your name. Really bugs me out.

Sizzorkay:
Why are you guys being so abusive, jesus, the man retracted his comment and said he it was wrong info, why all the insults. damn

I don't support the abuse and insults but Josco consistently make stuffs up so I'm not surprised people are angry that he would use this sad incident to do the same again.

AskiaHarem:
Yes because Nigeria is the only country in the world that has ever had an aircraft accident. Nigeria is the only nation that has problems and everywhere else is a Utopia........

Nigeria is on another level. Some of the highest murder rate in the world. Poverty capital of the world. Kidnapper's utopia. No peace in the land.

kabe1:
Wahala no dey finish for Nigeria.

Fvck!!!!

From one bad news to another news, to yet another bad news.

It just doesn't end, exhausting!

How do people even cope in that country.

We have become numb to it, unfortunately.

PoloG:
Lwkmd

Mynd44

The sky is so dark right now in KD. You cannot even see the moon.

ugo4u:
No matter how prepared or skilled you are weather can mess you up. Aviators dread it alot as it isn't 100% predictable, you may get weather report on departure and on your route meet a different thing.
Have been in such situation on two occasions it's not funny at all even if you're instrument rated.

Just saw NAF ambulance going to the location.

ugo4u:
It's a Kings transport aircraft. It rained heavily in Kaduna today, accident might not be unconnected to it.

Yes, I know it rained heavily. But they also factor the weather into consideration before every flight. This is no excuse.

ugo4u:
Hmmn

It is time Nigeria Air Force look at the possibility of sabotage. 3 airplane in less than 6 month. This is no coincidence.

ugo4u:
Those three aircrafts delivered to NAF are 4.5 generation aircraft, it was delivered on specifications, just confirmed from an instructor. Subsequent deliveries which have been negotiated for are Block 11 and 4th generation Aircrafts.

And the pilot also mentioned that it can carry the AESA radar. I'm sure he knows his onions.

Covert1:
DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA, NIGERIA

Resumption of Updates On Military Operations of The Armed Forces of Nigeria

Troops Eliminate Several ISWAP, ESN Commanders in Renewed Aerial and Land Bombardments

By Be Onyeuko- May 20, 2021

Troops Eliminate Several ISWAP, ESN Commanders in Renewed Aerial and Land Bombardments

Recall that the Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs have conducted several operational visits to the various theatres of operation. They have been interacting with commanders, troops and other stakeholders in various theatres. Also, a Security Summit was held in March 2021 at the National Defence College with relevant stakeholders in attendance. In accordance with the theme, the Summit was aimed at promoting understanding and collaboration of stakeholders and key players on the kinetic approach that is expected to facilitate public support for kinetic action in Counter Terrorism and Counter Insurgency (CTCOIN) operations in Nigeria. Furthermore, the Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs also visited the 6 geo-political zones and had consultations with Government Officials, traditional and religious leaders and various interest groups for the purpose of sensitization on the current security challenges facing the country. These engagements were aimed at ensuring that the Military High Command comes up with improved ways and means of tackling the myriad of security challenges across the Country in partnership with other stakeholders.

2. In the same vein, on 5 May 2021, the Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs had interaction with senior media executives in “Open Ears Press Dialogue”. As you are aware, some topical security issues were enumerated and discussed extensively during the interaction with the Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs. Sequel to that, we are now resuming our usual updates on the unrelenting and committed efforts of the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other security agencies in tackling security challenges facing our dear nation. Today’s update will cover the combined operational efforts of the land, maritime and air components across the country between 1 and 20 May 2021. These operational efforts of the Nigerian military are intended to achieve sustainable peace and to ensure normalcy returns to all troubled zones of our dear Country.

3. Within the period in focus, troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria remained resolute in their operations and engaged in series of kinetic and non-kinetic operations in all theatres of major and subsidiary operations. We have also worked cooperatively and in great synergy with other security and intelligence agencies to gain several successful and credible outcomes in our operations. For land operations, our gallant troops have been actively engaged in constant clearance patrols, ambush, raid, picketing, cordon and search operations as well as artillery bombardments. In the maritime environment, troops conducted various operations involving anti-piracy, anti-illegal oil bunkering, anti-crude oil theft, anti-pipeline vandalism and anti-smuggling operations. Moreover, the Air Component conducted comprehensive air operations, which included air patrols, Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions, offensive air strikes, air interdictions, search and rescue operations as well as close air support for ground troops.

4. As a result of these operations, our troops neutralized scores of terrorists and bandits including senior BHT/ISWAP and ESN commanders as well as major bandit leaders. Similarly, many of their fighters were incapacitated and their camps destroyed through artillery and air bombardments. Additionally, troops rescued several kidnapped victims and arrested bandits/kidnappers informants and collaborators in different parts of the country. Our operations also inhibited activities of economic saboteurs as well as exposed and forestalled other criminal activities. Troops also recovered large caches of arms and ammunition as well as equipment, vehicles and livestock within the period. In the maritime domain, troops disrupted smuggling activities, immobilized illegal refining sites, arrested some perpetrators, seized illegally imported rice and other contraband goods as well as recovered petroleum products. Although some of our personnel paid the supreme price in the course of these operations, our dogged troops consistently demonstrated gallantry and resilience.

5. You are also aware that the Military High Command has renamed the ongoing counter-insurgency operation in the North East from Operation LAFIYA DOLE to Operation HADIN KAI. This was done to reflect the renewed spirit of jointness in the North East operational environment. The combined efforts of the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other security agencies demonstrate our commitment, synergy and determination to lay down our lives to protect our great Nation. We will continue to sustain the offensive posture and will not relent until peace is restored to every troubled zone in Nigeria. The general public is also assured of our commitment to protect our economic assets anywhere.

6. As you know, security is everybody’s concern, thus, we encourage every well-meaning Nigerian to support the efforts of the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other security agencies, by providing credible and timely information that will facilitate proactive engagements to address the threats. The plans and efforts of the criminal elements to perpetrate nefarious activities so as to discredit the government and efforts of security forces will in no way deter us from sustaining the tempo of operations. The High Command of the Nigerian Military wishes to thank the general public for their support and further solicit their cooperation in the fight against criminality in the Country. The Military High Command also commends all the gallant troops of the Armed Forces and personnel of other security agencies involved in various operations across the country for their resilience, doggedness and commitment. Once again, I thank you members of the Press for your continued understanding and support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria.

BE ONYEUKO
Brigadier General
Acting Director
20 May 2021
Defence Media Operations

For

General LUCKY IRABOR, Chief of Defense Staff

Tomasz is most happy with this news.

nani667:
Hmm °°°°

WTF is this?? FAT ACCEPTANCE

Whyem15:
Military Airstrikes Driving ISWAP, Boko Haram Confrontations In Sambisa Forest

In the coming days, the Air Force is expected to officially induct three JF-17 Thunder multiple fighter jets. [s]However, the small number of the aircraft will hinder their deployment due to technical and mechanical constraints.
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https://humangle.ng/military-airstrikes-driving-iswap-boko-haram-confrontations-in-sambisa-forest/

In the coming days, the Air Force is expected to officially induct three JF-17 Thunder multiple fighter jets. However, the small number of the aircraft might hinder their deployment due to technical and mechanical constraints.

What we are seeing is gradual normalisation of terrorism in Nigeria. I see ISWAP trending on twitter. Very soon they will have an official spokesperson like Taliban in Afghanistan.

Whyem15:
Please SamuelAnyawu, has the frequency of air operations increased or decreased since you got to Maiduguri?

Is it a fact or just mere conjecture that NAF has abandoned air interdictions in favour of CAS? I seriously find this hard to believe.

- Still on JF-17 Thunder.

- It seems Nigeria Air Force is now producing unguided rockets. See 2nd image.

- GIDAC is still very much active.

- MI-171 helicopter finished maintenance in Kaduna.

* The look of Kainji is really impressive.

* The drones are coming this year.

* NAF is definitely not satisfied with the current numbers of platforms. Acquisition of more platform is on the table.