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Commission calls for inclusion of PwDs in Nigeria’s renewable energy initiative 

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By Ahmed Musa

Mr Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), has urged stakeholders to include Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in Nigeria’s renewable energy initiatives.

Gufwan made the call during a meeting with Anita Adeyemi, Vice President of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Associations Alliance (REEEA-A), on Thursday in Abuja.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the meeting aims to promote the inclusion of PwDs in the renewable energy sector, with plans to provide training in areas such as solar panel installation.

“This partnership will offer training programmes to equip PwDs with skills in solar energy installation, maintenance, and entrepreneurship,” Gufwan stated.

He explained that the growing population of PwDs required concerted efforts to engage them in various sectors of the national economy.

Gufwan further emphasised that the rapid growth of the renewable energy sector necessitated the representation of PwDs, aligning with the inclusion policy drive of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

“This partnership will open new doors for persons with disabilities in the renewable energy space, from access to solar energy solutions to skills development and entrepreneurial opportunities,” he said.

He also mentioned that upcoming national and international renewable energy conferences, including the Brazil Climate Action Summit, would focus on assessing the clean energy needs of PwDs across different disability clusters.

“The transition to clean energy must be inclusive and sustainable, so we call on all stakeholders to join us in making renewable energy accessible to persons with disabilities,” Gufwan added.

He assured Adeyemi of the commission’s commitment to raising awareness and promoting increased inclusion of PwDs in government-backed renewable energy programmes.

“We are committed to ensuring PwDs are not left behind in Nigeria’s clean energy future,” Gufwan added.

In response, Adeyemi highlighted the lack of representation of PwDs in the clean and renewable energy sector.

She noted that in most climate action and renewable energy discussions, persons with disabilities were either absent or not given defined roles to share their views.

“The situation remains the same in spite of Nigeria’s advocacy for clean energy adoption, and PwDs remain largely excluded from participation and access.

“We must work together to ensure they have access to sustainable energy solutions and economic empowerment within the sector.”(NAN)

Edited by Chinyere Nwachukwu and Abiemwense Moru

General News

Niger, NGOs train 10,000 youths on financial literacy

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By Rita Iliya

Niger Government says it will train no fewer than 10,000 youths, particularly young women, on financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports in Minna on Saturday that the training is in partnership with two NGOs; Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) and MasterCard Foundation.

 

At the inauguration of the online training tagged: ‘Transforming Nigerian Youth Programme (TNY)’, Mrs Hauwa Bako, Special Adviser to Niger Governor on Social Investment Programme, said the programme would equip youths with entrepreneurial business management skills.

 

Bako said that the programme was aimed at enhancing young entrepreneurs’ mindsets for transformation, employability and management capacity development.

 

“The programme is designed for mostly young female entrepreneurs and aspiring businesswomen offering both online and in-person training sessions to foster entrepreneurial skills to succeed.

 

“The programme provides 60 per cent online and 40 per cent offline training, targeting 80 per cent young female and 20 per cent male entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 35,” she said.

 

According to her, the online training is open to all Niger residents, and interested persons can register via the link: bit.ly/tny25niger.

 

She said benefits of the programme include business growth and mentorship, business registration and branding support, job placement and entrepreneurship linkages and certification.

 

In her remarks, the state’s Commissioner for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME), Mrs Elizabeth Shaba, noted that “the programme package does not include starter packs, business grants or loans.”

 

Also speaking, Mrs Halima Rabiu from EDC, explained that the programme could also be done 100 per cent online, and participants can learn at their own pace.

 

“The courses are easy to understand, and we also have community physical learning for the state government to bring the women together to learn through zones,” she said.

 

Similarly, Mr Olawale Anifowose, Director Programmes and Partnerships of MasterCard Foundation, disclosed that the programme was designed for 10,000 entrepreneurs in Niger State, focusing on micro enterprises.

 

“The programme promises to build on past successes, offering an enhanced curriculum that covers critical areas such as business planning, financial management, marketing and digital skills,” he said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Stanley Nwanosike/Ismail Abdulaziz

Agriculture

Association empowers 40 dairy farmers to enhance local milk production

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By lucy Ogalue

The National Association of Nigerian Traders (NANT) has commenced training for 40 dairy farmers to enhance local milk production in the country.

The training is also aimed at reducing Nigeria’s dependence on milk imports, which cost the country approximately 2.5 billion dollars annually.

Dr Ken Okoha, President of NANT, said this at the association’s two-day capacity building workshop on milk production, handling and business management on Thursday in Abuja.

According to Okoha, the initiative is part of efforts to promote self-sufficiency in the dairy sector by equipping farmers with modern and hygienic milk production techniques.

“The Central Bank of Nigeria statistics from 2020 showed that Nigeria spent about 1.5 billion dollars on milk imports.

”It is a paradox that in spite of being the largest livestock producer in West Africa, we still rely heavily on imported dairy products.

“This training, held at our livestock production facility near the University of Abuja, aims to introduce small-scale dairy farmers to best practices in milk hygiene, processing, and storage,” Okoha said.

According to him, participants will be equipped with essential protective gears like boots, gloves, and nose masks after the training.

He said that this was to ensure that the milk quality met regulatory standards set by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control.

“In addition to training, we have provided cold storage facilities, motorcycles, and monitoring vehicles to help ensure proper milk handling and transportation from remote communities,” he said.

Okoha said that the project was designed to empower local dairy farmers by providing market access and off-take agreements, ensuring that they had a stable income.

“We are also engaging final-year agricultural students from the University of Abuja to gain practical experience from the factory.

“This initiative will enable them to transition from theoretical knowledge to becoming agripreneurs and entrepreneurs in the livestock sector.

“This collaborative effort seeks to transform Nigeria’s dairy industry, reduce import dependency, and promote economic growth within the agricultural sector,” he said.

According to the NANT president, each participant is expected to train at least 25 other farmers after which the trainer will be certified.

As part of the sustainability plan, he said that NANT had set up milling facilities for maize, rice, and sorghum processing, allowing farmers to produce animal feed locally and reduce reliance on external sources.

Also speaking, Ibrahim Jibrin, Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, Zuba Zone, described the programme as a transformative effort for dairy farmers.

“This is something we longed for but have never seen before.

“With the training and modern equipment, our people can now produce quality milk that meets industry standards and companies will buy from us. We appreciate this support,” he said.  (NAN)

Edited by Franca Ofili/Kadiri Abdulrahman

General News

Coy trains 100 almajiris on skills in Kaduna

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By Sani Idris

A firm, Nutriment Investment Hub Ltd, on Thursday began a three-month training of 100 teenage Almajiris on various skills in Kaduna.

Amlajiris are children who leave their families to study Islam in Qur’anic schools, mostly in the northern part of the country.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the company is a subsidiary of Nutriment Feeds and Nutriment Holdings.

The Almajiri children would be trained on alternative farming, which is sack farming and gardening, livestock, poultry farming, shoe cobbling, soap and pomade making, among others.

Mr Dauda Oche, the Group’s Head of the company, said they organised the programme tagged, “Almajiri Lets Farm”, as a corporate social responsibility.

Oche said that the firm had realised that there were a lot of things that they needed to do as a company.

He explained that the programme was a community-based initiative designed to empower the almajiri children with practical agricultural and life skills through practical training.

According to Oche, the programme seeks to provide the almajiri children with sustainable
 skills that could enhance their food security, self-sufficiency and long-term livelihood opportunities.

He, therefore, said the programme was aimed at introducing the children to agriculture and enhancing their self-sufficiency.

This is by providing life-long skills, encouraging environmental sustainability and
 fostering community involvement.

Oche emphasised: “The aim is not for people to come as aid to support the Almajiris, but to collaborate with the stakeholders for a sustainable outcome for the future of the Almajiris.

“For us, we are not saying that philanthropists should come and give us money for free, that era is over.

“We want to see an era of collaboration, because we believe that the almajiris have dignity, talents and intelligence.”

Speaking further, Oche said they met some institutions like the Kaduna Polytechnic where they sought for 70 hectares of land for cultivation based on the training of the almajiris.

He said that they have had some training on precision agriculture where they could farm sorghum, maize, millet and soybeans.

Oche disclosed that the organisation was looking for the possibilities of empowering about 10, 000 almajiris in the nearest future.

He said, according to the World Health Organisation, about 8.5 to 10 million almajiris constitute 70 per cent of the out-of-school children.

Oche said, “If you empower that number, you can imagine the food security that will come instead of running about in the streets going from one place to the other.

“We realised that they will be more productive to the society and to themselves.

“If an almajiri can farm 22 tubers of yam, it could take care of the carbohydrate requirements for 365 days which is sufficient for the almajiri.

“If we put eight to 10 million Almajiris into such production, it will solve 10 to 20 per cent of carbohydrates requirements of the nation,”he said.

Oche said that a country like Brazil that has a population of 220 million people, earns about 100 million metric tonnes of grains from farming.

He, therefore, said Nigeria, which has a population of about 230 million people and an average of production of 11.5 million metric tonnes, showed a lot of deficits.

“The size of arable lands that we are utilising is less than 50 per cent. with this initiative, I believe we can do much more,”he explained.

Earlier, the Chairman, Kaduna State House of Assembly Committee on Education, Mahmoud Lawal, commended the organisation for empowering the almajiris.

He restated the government’s commitment to supporting such programmes, ensuring that almajiri children acquired skills for self-sufficiency.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the training’s duration is for three months.

It will take place simultaneously at Unguwar Rimi, Badarawa, Babban Saura, Rigasa and Badiko.(NAN)

Edited by Bashir Rabe Mani

Economy/Business

UNDP, academy empower youths to harness AfCFTA opportunities

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By Lucy Ogalue

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with Lelook Bags Academy, has trained 100 Nigeria youths on bag making.

The training is to enable the youths to key into the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Ms. Elsie Attafuah, UNDP Resident Representative for Nigeria, said this at the graduation ceremony of the students in Abuja on Wednesday.

According to Attafuah, the event emphasises the importance of leveraging AfCFTA to foster intra-African trade and economic growth.

While stating the transformative potential of AfCFTA, she said that intra-African trade, remained at a mere 16.6 per cent of the continent’s population of 1.4 billion

She emphasised that Nigeria, as the continent’s largest economy, engaged in only about 10 per cent of this trade, indicating substantial room for growth.

Attafuah stressed the need to connect individuals to opportunities, markets, and knowledge, with a particular focus on supporting women’s roles in trade.

She announced initiatives to link women to essential information, networks and financing, aiming to ensure that AfCFTA served as a practical tool for inclusive development.

Addressing the graduates, Mrs Chinwe Ezenwa, Founder and Chief Executive Officer  (CEO) of Lelook Bags Academy, emphasised the significance of discipline, continuous learning, and innovation.

She urged them to view their acquired skills as instruments to break cycles of poverty, build generational wealth and create lasting impact.

Ezenwa urged the graduates to be proactive in building opportunities and leading change, emphasising that Africa’s development in trade would be significantly driven by women.

Also, a former Minister of Women Affairs, Pauline Tallen, applauded LeLook Bags’ impactful training of 100 youths in bag manufacturing.

Tallen reiterated the international competitiveness of LeLook’s products and emphasised the importance of such initiatives in providing sustainable livelihoods for young Nigerians.

She urged the public to support locally made products like LeLook bags, which rivals international brands in quality and design.

Dr Asabe Bashir, Director-General of the Mariam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, commended the high standards of LeLook’s products.

Bashir announced plans for collaboration with the Academy to enhance vocational training programmes in the country.

She said that such initiatives not only uplift individuals, but also contributed significantly to Nigeria’s economic growth by fostering self-reliance and entrepreneurship among women and youths.

“These endorsements underscore the critical role of skill acquisition and local manufacturing in driving economic development and reducing unemployment in Nigeria,” she said.

Mr Desmond Toover, one of the graduating students, speaking on behalf of the class, thanked the UNDP and Lelook for the support and opportunity.

” We are more than a graduating class. We are a collective force, each of us bringing unique talents and perspectives that, when combined, can create extraordinary outcomes.

” We are deeply grateful to the phenomenal UNDP and Lelook Bags for their unwavering support and guidance throughout this training,” he said.(NAN)

Edited by Kadiri Abdulrahman

Economy/Business

ACCI empowers 15 youths with ICT, vocational skills

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By Vivian Emoni

The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has trained 15 youths in Information Communication Technology (ICT), administrative management, and other vocational skills.

President of ACCI, Chief Emeka Obegolu, stated this during the 2nd graduation ceremony for the one-year competency-based training in Abuja.

Represented by his 1st Deputy President, Prof. Adesoji Adesugba, the ACCI boss said that the goal was to equip the youths with the needed skills to excel in their respective fields.

He stated that the trainees had participated in both the Office Administration (OA) and Technical Facility Operations and Maintenance (TFOM) Competency-Based Dual Vocational Training Programmes.

Obegolu emphasised that the event marked the culmination of months of dedication, perseverance, and hard work, with students completing rigorous and industry-focused training programmes.

“This training is the second phase of our competency-based programmes and serves as a testament to the power of collaboration, self-reliance, and commitment to excellence in vocational training,” Obegolu said.

He added that the goal of these programmess was to equip participants with the essential skills required to excel in their respective fields.

“These programmes go beyond traditional learning. They immerse trainees in real-world scenarios, ensuring they gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience,” he explained.

He further noted that the Office Administration programme followed the Dual Vocational Training (DVT) model, integrating workplace experience with academic instruction, leading to a level four certification under the National Skills Qualification Framework.

Obegolu also mentioned that the programmes were approved by the Federal Government through the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

He added that since 2021, the programmes have trained individuals in key areas such as workplace organisation, business communication, information technology, administrative management, and financial and legal support functions.

He described the TFOM programme, which focuses on technical facility management, highlighting its importance in equipping trainees with competencies across 12 critical learning fields, including safe working practices, environmental protection measures, electrical installation, and building security.

“The programme’s methodology, which combines one month of classroom instruction with three months of practical field training, ensures that graduates are highly employable,” Obegolu said.

He also lauded the graduates for developing essential soft skills, such as problem-solving, teamwork, adaptability, and professionalism.

“These attributes will serve them well in their careers and contribute positively to their organisations and society,” he added.

Obegolu expressed his gratitude to GIZ and other stakeholders for their unwavering support in ensuring the successful execution of the training

He encouraged the graduates to embrace future opportunities with confidence and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Mrs Britta Erckelens, Programme Manager at Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), praised the graduates for establishing a solid foundation of excellence.

She urged them to develop their skills and contribute to their respective industries to drive economic growth in Nigeria.

She also lauded the collaboration between GIZ and ACCI, which had enhanced the capacity of the ACC-IBEST Centre to deliver high-quality, market-relevant training programmes.

Mrs Phoebe Ocheche, Head of Training at the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), advised the graduates to remain focused and share their experiences with others.

She thanked GIZ and ACCI for their efforts in making the training a success.

On behalf of the graduates, Mr Mamza Chakiram from the Industrial Arbitration Panel thanked ACCI, GIZ, and other stakeholders for their contributions to the success of the training.

He said that the experience had exposed them to various technology programmes.(NAN)

Edited by Abiemwense Moru

 

Oil & Gas

Union trains 100 artisans on CNG conversion in FCT

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By Gabriel Agbeja

The Amalgamated Union of Motor Mechanics and Technicians of Nigeria (AUOMMATION) has offered free training on conversion from petrol to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to 100 artisans in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Its National President, Mr Oseni Suleiman, disclosed this in Abuja while speaking with newsmen on the union’s structural operational guidelines in line with National Policy Priorities.

Suleiman said the next move was to launch the initiative in Lagos, Ogun, and Oyo States.

“This union was registered on Oct. 6, 2023. In November 2023, we planned to train 5, 000 artisans on conversion of petrol energy to CNG. Within 15 months, we have completed this training of 100 artisans free in FCT.

“We have requested support from the Federal Government, FCT Minister, Industrial Training Funds (ITF), National Automotive Design Development Council (NADDC).

“We regret to say that the help is yet to come while the training is still on. We appeal to the government at all levels to support us on this laudable venture,” he said.

Suleiman said that the union held its maiden National Executive Council (NEC)/ Special National Delegate Conference (SNDC) on Jan. 30. where the union achievements were itemised.

He recalled that the union was inaugurated on Aug.13, 2024 at the national level, adding that the CNG Training Centre in Abuja and the Abuja Chapter of AUOMMATION were launched on Oct. 5, 2024.

He said efforts had been made to expand the union from Abuja to Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Edo, Niger, Kano, Osun, Nasarawa and Delta.

The president emphasised the need for the union to have permanent office for the national operations, vehicle for operations, stationeries and other needs of a secretariat.

Others, he said, were books, jackets, files, bags for the finance office and administrative clerks for the office of president and deputies. (NAN)

Edited by Deji Abdulwahab

Religious

Group trains educators to become religious, belief freedom advocates

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Advocates

By Angela Atabo/Justina Auta

Empower Women Media, a multi-faith network, on Thursday, in Abuja trained educators with the necessary skills to become advocates and promoters of Freedom of Religion and Belief (FoRB) in Nigeria.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that FoRB’s leadership training has as its theme: “Educators as Advocates for Peaceful Coexistence “.

The training which was attended by over 50 educators and advocates from across the country was organised under the auspices of the “Live What You Believe Project” of the group.

Mr Felix Samari, Country Coordinator, Live What You Believe Project Nigeria, explained that FoRB does not protect any specific religion, but rather protects people because it is a fundamental human right.

Samari said that every individual has the right to believe in whatever they choose or not believe at all as enshrined in Article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and reinforced by Section 38 of the Nigerian Constitution.

He, however, said that there were gaps in FoRB awareness in Nigeria as some politicians and religious leaders continue to fan the flames of hate and intolerance, causing deep divisions and undermining national unity and progress.

Samari said that the training was crucial because teachers, whether at the primary, secondary or university level, are the bedrock of any society.

Samari said that Live What You Believe Project Nigeria, strongly believed that educational institutions could be a great asset in promoting FoRB by providing objective and expert insights through deliberate and robust research.

More importantly, he said, by working with students to understand and apply the principles of religious freedom in daily life, a more tolerant society would be created.

The event’s Keynote Speaker, Alkasim Mohammad, who spoke on “The Role of Teachers in Providing Stability on Matters of Religion in Nigeria, urged teachers to instil in students the values of respect, love, and coexistence.

Muhammad urged teachers to ensure that classrooms remained safe spaces for learning and interaction across religious lines.

The keynote speaker also urged teachers to discourage extremism through critical thinking to prevent the spread of religious misinformation and extremist ideologies.

He encouraged teachers to foster moral and ethical values, encourage interfaith dialogue, counter religious misinformation and provide emotional and psychological support.

Dr Longji Dambok ,a FoRB Trainer, called for the need to accept and inculcate FoRB into the society and urged religious leaders to teach tolerance for a unified and peaceful society.
A participant, Rahinatu Tukur, the Amira of FOMWAN, Jema’a Local Government, Kaduna State, commended Empower Women Media for the training.

She added that educators have been better equipped with the requisite knowledge on how to inculcate FoRB in students for national unity.

Another participant, Prof. Emem Olutoke of the Department of Theatre Arts, University of Abuja, said that religious tolerance held the key to national unity, peace and development.

Olutoke urged that participants should not rest on their oars but continue to imbibe in students and the society the need for FoRB for a better society.(NAN)

Edited by Mark Longyen

Agriculture

AATF, Bakers train 1,000 cassava farmers, 200 processors

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By Felicia Imohimi

The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), in collaboration with the Association of Master Bakers and Caterers of Nigeria (AMBCN), FCT Chapter, has trained 1,000 cassava farmers and 200 processors in Oyo State.

The group described the training as a huge step toward Nigeria’s goal of integrating High-Quality Cassava Flour (HQCF) into bread making.

Mr Alex Abutu, Communication Officer for West and Central Africa at AATF, stated this in a press release issued in Abuja.

Abutu explained that the initiative aims to enhance cassava utilisation and strengthen the cassava value chain.

“This will be achieved by equipping processors with the skills needed to produce bread and other confectioneries using a blend of HQCF and wheat flour in a 20:80 ratio,” he said.

He noted that the training is part of the Mechanisation of Cassava Production and Processing in Nigeria Project.

“Out of the 200 trained processors, 10 were selected for advanced training as lead trainers. These individuals are now set to cascade their knowledge to others, fostering widespread adoption of the technology.

“Participants at the training included processors from Oyo State project clusters, as well as representatives from Pacific Ring West Africa (PRWA)/GIZ and AATF.

“This initiative forms part of the Mechanisation of Cassava Production and Processing in Nigeria Project, spearheaded by AATF and funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ),” Abutu stated.

He further highlighted that the project seeks to address critical challenges faced by cassava farmers, including low yields, high post-harvest losses, and limited access to modern processing technologies.

“By introducing mechanisation, digital tools, and best agronomic practices, the initiative aims to improve efficiency, boost farmers’ incomes, and unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s cassava value chain,” he added.

Abutu also identified a robust capacity-building programme as central to the project, targeting 6,000 cassava farmers and 1,000 processors.

“In 2025, the project plans to train 2,000 farmers—1,000 each in Oyo and Ogun States—as well as 200 processors in Ogun and 100 in Oyo.

“The programme will conclude in 2026 with the training of 3,000 farmers and 500 processors, solidifying its impact across the region.”

Abutu emphasised that the initiative highlights Nigeria’s commitment to advancing agricultural innovation and leveraging cassava as a driver of food security and economic growth. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Uche Anunne

Defence/Security

NAF acquires 64 new aircraft in 3 years – CAS

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By Sumaila Ogbaje

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, says the Nigerian Air Force in the last three years, took delivery of  64 new aircraft into its inventory.

Abubakar made this known at the NAF Training, Operations and Safety Seminar for the year 2024, in Abuja.

He said the NAF had witnessed a remarkable renaissance, evident in the renewal of its aircraft fleet and enhanced operational readiness with the support of President Bola Tinubu.

The CAS said NAF in the last one year, took delivery of 12 advanced aircraft including two KA-360i aircraft, four DA-62 aircraft, four T-129 helicopters, and two AW-109 Trekker helicopters.

The CAS said the service was expecting additional deliveries of two T-129 helicopters and one KA 360i aircraft before year end.

“In 2025, the NAF will receive 10 AW-109 Trekker helicopters, 24 M-346FA aircraft, and three CASA – 295 aircraft as well as 12 AH-1Z attack helicopters.

“This makes a total of 64 brand new aircraft in about three years. That’s not all.

“In addition to these new acquisitions, we have also procured 12 pre-owned A-Jet aircraft from the French Air Force through SOFEMA.

“All 12 aircraft are ready for shipping. It is anticipated that six will be restored to operable status, with the remaining six used as spares to support the Alpha Jet fleet,” he said.

Abubakar said it was no exaggeration to state that the NAF was experiencing a golden era under the current administration.

He pledged the commitment of the service to continue to consolidate on the operational gains made so far.

According to him, a review of their key performance indicators shows that, between June 2023 and September 2024, the NAF conducted 8,665 missions in 9,928 sorties within 15,915 flying hours.

This, he said underscored the magnitude of the relentless efforts of NAF personnel in all theatres of operations.

The air chief commended all Air Component Commanders for their exceptional leadership and outstanding performance, urging them to build on the success and strive for greater excellence.

In the aspect of training, Abubakar said the NAF had gained significant mileage in 2024 as 405 airmen and 186 officers had completed various foreign courses, seminars and trips, while 64 currently ongoing.

He added that 5,474 and 1,331 personnel had completed and were undergoing various local training courses, respectively.

“Furthermore, from January to November, the service has trained 54 Pilots abroad and 43 Pilots locally, while 16 UAV operators were trained locally.

“Indeed, it is gratifying that, today, we will also be witnessing the winging ceremony of 28 of these pilots and operators,” he said. (NAN)

Edited by Sadiya Hamza

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