The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reactivated a Super Puma helicopter, NAF 565, to strengthen airpower projection and enhance operational readiness across the countryContinue Reading
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has ordered an immediate investigation into reports of alleged civilian casualties following an air operation conducted on Jan. 25 in Kurigi Village, Kontokoro District, Mariga Local Government Area of Niger.Continue Reading
Commendation By Rita Iliya Minna, Jan. 26, 2025 (NAN) Gov. Umaru Bago of Niger has commended the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its professionalism and sacrifices in safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity and national security, particularly in the state. Bago, represented by the Commissioner for Homeland Security, Maurice Magaji, stated thisContinue Reading
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has neutralised more than 40 terrorists in coordinated close air support and air airstrikes at Azir and Musarram areas of BornoContinue Reading
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has sustained a series of intelligence-driven air interdiction operations across the North-East and North-WestContinue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has recorded one of its most successful operational years, neutralising 2,351 terrorists through 274 Air Interdiction (AI) missions flown in 379 combat sorties across multiple theatres in 2025. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF,Continue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje The Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, says Nigeria’s security successes are the result of collective effort, stressing that no single service or individual can secure the nation alone. Musa made the remark on Thursday in Abuja during the decoration ceremony for newly promoted Air ViceContinue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has directed all Nigerian Air Force (NAF) units and commanders to intensify adherence to aviation safety standards, saying safety must remain the foundation of air operations. Aneke gave the directive while opening a maiden Safety ManagementContinue Reading
TICAD By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has praised the Nigerian Armed Forces for their success in fighting insurgency and criminality, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to tackling insecurity through stronger governance and economic reforms. Speaking at the Peace and Stability plenary of the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African DevelopmentContinue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje/Kennedy Sheyin The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has reinforced the commitment of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to strengthening operational efficiency through enhanced physical and mental fitness management. Abubakar, represented by the Chief of Administration, AVM Idi Sani, stated this on ThursdayContinue Reading
