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The Nigerian Air Force Acquires Two More Aircraft
The Nigerian Air Force Acquires Two More Aircraft....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has received two new aircraft to enhance its ongoing efforts to combat insecurity in the country. These Diamond-62 aircraft were officially introduced in Ilorin, Kwara State.
Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, the Director of Public Relations and Information for NAF, confirmed this development in a statement released on Wednesday. He quoted Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, the Chief of the Air Staff, as saying during the ceremony that the process leading to the arrival of these two additional aircraft began approximately two years ago when the Federal Government allocated funds for the acquisition of four Diamond-62 aircraft for NAF.
According to Abubakar, “Out of the four aircraft, the first two were delivered between February and July 2023, with the remaining two being received today.” He further mentioned that the two DA-62 aircraft received earlier this year have already been deployed to support ongoing peace and stability efforts in troubled regions within the country.
Abubakar urged the air and ground crew responsible for operating these aircraft to prioritize discipline and professionalism and ensure their proper maintenance and operation in accordance with the manufacturer’s best practices. He also encouraged them to make the most of the capabilities available on these aircraft to enhance NAF’s operational efficiency.
In acknowledgment of the Federal Government’s commitment to improving NAF and other services, Abubakar paid tribute to the government for its support and expressed his confidence that these additional aircraft would contribute to peace restoration in troubled areas.
He also announced that NAF would soon receive additional platforms, including M346FA aircraft, AW109 Trekker light attack helicopters, AH-1Z Super Cobra, T-129 ATAK helicopters, and King Air 360i Beechcraft aircraft.
During the ceremony, the Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrazak Abdulrahman, commended NAF and other security agencies for their efforts in addressing the nation’s security challenges. He expressed his gratitude to the Chief of the Air Staff for choosing Ilorin as the home base for the DA-62 aircraft, a choice that reflects the peaceful and supportive environment of the state.
The Governor assured the Chief of the Air Staff of his administration’s unwavering support for NAF and other security agencies in their critical missions of safeguarding lives and property.
In his welcome address, AVM Tajudeen Yusuf, the Air Officer Commanding Mobility Command, emphasized that the acquisition of the DA-62 aircraft was driven by its capability to execute robust missions in support of combat operations. He also highlighted the positive impact of locating the DA-62 under the 303 Medium Airlift Group in Ilorin on the unit’s operational activities.
The Kwara State Police Command has announced the arrest of a suspected key logistics provider for criminal gangs and bandits operating within the state. The suspect was apprehended in Ilorin by the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit following a period of intelligence-led covert surveillance.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Logistics Seizure: During the arrest, police recovered a large supply of rations and various cigarette brands, which investigators believe were intended for criminal groups hiding in remote forest areas.
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Evidence of Links: A search of the suspect’s mobile phone revealed photographs of the individual wearing military camouflage while on a Bajaj motorcycle, providing further evidence of their suspected criminal associations.
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Strategic Role: Preliminary investigations suggest the suspect served as a strategic support link, providing sustenance and resources to bandits.
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Broadening Investigation: Authorities are currently working to identify and arrest other individuals involved in this criminal support network.
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Command Strategy: State Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, emphasized that the command is shifting its focus to dismantling the supply chains, informants, and collaborators that enable criminal activity. He reaffirmed that the police are determined to deny these groups the resources and support networks they need to operate.
The police have encouraged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to help security agencies disrupt these criminal networks and prevent future attacks.
The Federal Government has officially ordered civil servants to transition from personal email accounts to authorized institutional platforms for all work-related communications. The announcement, delivered by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Esther Walson-Jack, was made at a summit marking the 20th anniversary of Galaxy Backbone.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Security and Tracking: To ensure all professional communication is secure and easily auditable, over 115,000 official GovMail accounts have been activated.
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Knowledge Retention: By mandating the use of government systems, the administration aims to prevent the loss of critical institutional knowledge and records when staff members vacate their positions.
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System Completion: The federal government successfully completed the digitalization of work processes across all 38 federal ministries and extra-ministerial departments by the end of December 2025.
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Increased Efficiency: This shift toward a paperless civil service is designed to eliminate the historical issues of delayed or misplaced files, thereby reducing bureaucracy and enhancing accountability.
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Modernization: According to Walson-Jack, this initiative demonstrates the civil service’s capacity to adapt to modern operations while fostering greater transparency and faster record retrieval.
During an inspection of infrastructure projects in Lagos—including the upcoming reconstruction of the Carter Bridge—Minister of Works Dave Umahi expressed strong support for President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. Umahi stated that he believes President Tinubu will continue to receive divine guidance to lead Nigeria until 2031, emphasizing that the current administration is committed to overcoming national challenges, including insecurity.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Addressing the nation’s difficulties, Umahi remarked that while no leader desires instability, true leadership requires the courage to confront crises head-on. He expressed confidence that the President would find the wisdom and strength to resolve these issues, regardless of their origins. Furthermore, the Minister affirmed that the government remains focused on completing all ongoing infrastructure projects within their planned timelines.
Calls for Resignation from Opposition Groups
Conversely, the Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP) has issued a demand for President Tinubu’s resignation, citing persistent economic hardship and national insecurity. Supported by the House of Representatives Minority Caucus, acting National Chairman Peter Ameh argued that the current administration has failed to produce the necessary results for good governance. The statement emphasized that leadership is a responsibility rather than a right, suggesting that the honorable path for an official who cannot alleviate citizens’ suffering is to step down.
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