By SUMAILA OGBAJE, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Since its establishment on April 18, 1963, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has played a vital role in defending Nigeria’s sovereignty, protecting its airspace, and contributing to regional stability. By many accounts, the NAF has demonstrated remarkable commitment to its mission,...
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Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said the Air Component of Operation Delta Safe, has between January and May, destroyed more than 100 illegal refining sites through airstrikes in the Niger Delta. The Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, made this known in a statement on...
By BARBARA KALU, Port-Harcourt – Tragedy was averted on Friday, 16 May 2025, when a gas explosion erupted at the Nobpet Filling Station, directly opposite the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base in Port Harcourt. The incident, which occurred around 4:11 pm, sent shockwaves through the area, triggering panic among...
President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, inducted two brand-new Agusta 109 Trekker helicopters into the inventory of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in a significant boost to Nigeria’s air power capability. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Tinubu was represented by the Vice President,Kashim Shettima, at the...
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) remains ready, alert, and determined to protect Nigeria, every day. The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, made this known at commemoration of the Nigerian Air Force 61st anniversary. The Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen...
By OLA MODUPE , Lagos- The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is set to thrill Lagosians with an aerial display of its aircraft as it marks its 61st anniversary celebration on May 23, while assuring residents that the spectacular show is not cause for alarm. The spokesperson of NAF Logistics...
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has graduated 90 medical specialists, reiterating that it places a high premium on medical services, not just as a support function but as a force multiplier. The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, stated this at the combined graduation of the Sundry...
The Governing Council of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), has approved the appointment of AVM Osichinaka Ubadike, a serving officer, as Professor of Aerospace Engineering. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Public Relations and Information, Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, on...
Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has officially absorbed graduates of Air Force Girls’ Military School (AFGMS), also known as Ex-Junior Air Women (Ex-JAWs), into its ranks as Airwomen. This is contained in a statement by NAF’s Director, Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, on Monday in Abuja. Ejodame...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have executed two successful air missions, targeting terrorist strongholds in Sambisa general area and the Southern Tumbuns, Borno. Director, Public Relations and Information of The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, who disclosed this...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has applauded the bravery and resilience of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel during a visit to the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI in Maiduguri, the Borno State’s capital. Addressing troops on the...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has eliminated scores of suspected terrorists during multiple airstrikes at Warawara, near Wajiroko, and Chinene in the Mandara Mountains area of Borno. The Deputy Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF, Group Capt. Kabiru Ali, disclosed this in a...
The Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has directed Nigerian Air Force personnel to intensify air offensives against bandits and that they should ensure maximum protection for civilians. This directive aligns with the NAF’s Civilian Harm Mitigation Action Plan, reinforcing commitment to precision air operations that...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, in a coordinated night airstrikes, destroyed a known terrorists’ command hub on the Mandara Mountains in Chikide and Degbewa areas of Borno. The Deputy Director, Public Relations and Information, Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Group Capt. Kabiru Ali, disclosed...
The Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu has condemned the attack by personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on the headquarters of the Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) on Thursday. A statement issued by Mr Bolaji Tunji, the Special Adviser, Strategic Communications to the Minister of Power in...
Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) has confirmed that its headquarters in Lagos was invaded by personnel from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on Thursday morning. Head of Corporate Communications for Ikeja Electric, Mr Kingsley Okotie, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Lagos that the incident...
United States Bureau of Counterterrorism has commended the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its relentless commitment and significant contributions to the fight against terrorism and counterinsurgency operations in Nigeria. The Acting Principal Deputy Coordinator for Counterterrorism at the Bureau, Jessica Long, gave the commendation when she led the US...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has officially assumed the Chairmanship of the Association of African Air Forces (AAAF), reinforcing the need for enhanced collaboration in addressing Africa’s security challenges. Speaking at the African Air Chiefs’ Symposium in Zambia, held...
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshall Hasan Abubakar, has said the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) will exceed 30,000 personnel by 2027, marking a significant leap in its manpower demands. Abubakar disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja, at the opening of the NAF Administration Personnel Seminar, with...