Tag: NAF
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NAF Conducts Air Operation Against Suspected Kidnappers in Benue
By George Omagbemi The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has conducted an air operation against suspected kidnappers in Ogbadigbo Local Government Area of Benue State, providing close air support to ground forces operating near the Enugu-Benue boundary. The operation was conducted on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt criminal activities in…
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Newlywed NAF Pilot Among 25 Killed In Ondo Air Crash
By Paul Joseph A Nigerian Air Force pilot who walked down the aisle just 17 days ago has been killed in the military aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, turning what should have been the beginning of a new chapter in his life into a devastating tragedy. Squadron Leader Ahamefule…
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Tinubu Declares Three-Day National Mourning Over Ondo NAF Crash
By Paul Joseph President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning period in honour of Nigerian Air Force personnel who died in the military aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State. The President also directed that national flags be flown at half-mast across the country as a mark of respect for the fallen personnel.…
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Ondo NAF Crash: Atiku Condoles With Victims’ Families
By Opeyemi Adelakun Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condoled with the families of the 25 people killed in the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Ondo State. Atiku, who is also the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, expressed his condolences in a post on his verified X handle on Tuesday. He described…
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NAF Releases Identities Of 25 Ondo Crash Victims
By Opeyemi Adelakun The Nigerian Air Force has released the identities of the 25 people who died in the crash involving an NAF ATR 42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State. The aircraft, with registration number NAF 931, crashed on Monday while conducting a routine mission from Benin to Lagos. In a statement on Tuesday, NAF…
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Update: NAF Confirms Aircraft Crash In Ondo, Launches Rescue Operation
By Paul Joseph The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed an aircraft accident in the Igbokoda area of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, saying it has commenced an immediate search and rescue operation. The incident occurred on Monday, October 5, 2026, while the aircraft was reportedly on a routine mission from Benin to…
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NAF Receives Five New Helicopters To Strengthen Anti-terror Operations
By Opeyemi Adelakun The Nigerian Air Force has taken delivery of five new helicopters as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to strengthen the military’s airpower and response to terrorism, kidnapping and banditry. The newly delivered platforms comprise three AW-109 Trekker B helicopters manufactured by Leonardo Helicopters of Italy and two H-125 helicopters produced by Airbus…
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NAF Constitutes Special Forces Capacity to Combat Terrorism, Insecurity
By Paul Joseph The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has intensified efforts to enhance its operational effectiveness in the fight against terrorism, insurgency, kidnapping and other security threats through advanced Special Forces training programmes. In a statement issued on Sunday, NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, , disclosed that the Regiment Training Centre Annex (RTCA)…
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NAF Partners Agric, Livestock Ministries to Boost Food Security
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has partnered with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development to strengthen food security and agricultural development across the country. The collaboration was announced on May 7, 2026, as part of efforts to align national security initiatives with…
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NAF Boosts Counter-Terrorism Efforts with Advanced U.S. Aeromedical Training
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has strengthened its counter-terrorism operations through advanced aeromedical training conducted in collaboration with the United States. The development was highlighted on April 22, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency and casualty response in conflict zones across Nigeria. According to military authorities, the…
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NAF Launches Probe Into Alleged Market Airstrike at Borno–Yobe Border
By Paul Joseph The Nigerian Air Force has initiated an investigation into reports of an accidental airstrike on a weekly market in Jilli, a community located along the Borno–Yobe border. The Chief of Air Staff, Sunday Aneke, on Sunday ordered an immediate probe, emphasizing that the Air Force treats any report of civilian casualties with…