The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar, has revealed that the Nigeria Air Force received an additional 45 aircraft, helicopters, and other platforms from the Federal Government in the past six months.
VOP news gathered that the aircraft are meant to help the NAF in their operations against bandits and terrorist groups across the country.
During his visit to the North-Western region, Abubakar celebrated Christmas with the frontline troops of Air Component Operation Hadarin Daji and 213 Forward Operating Base, where he expressed his gratitude for the military aircraft, which include four-diamond, 62 multipurpose aircraft, two T129 attack helicopters, and one Beechcraft 360 aircraft.
Furthermore, he mentioned the upcoming acquisitions, such as 2 Kasa 295 medium airlift surveillance aircraft, 12 AH10 Attack helicopters, and 24 M346 attack aircraft.
Abubakar emphasized that these acquisitions reflect the Federal Government’s strong commitment to equipping the Nigerian Air Force for effective training and addressing the nation’s security challenges.
He also acknowledged the troops’ recent efforts in the region and paid tribute to the fallen heroes who have made ultimate sacrifices in defence of the country, assuring that their contributions will never be forgotten.
