Mr Makinde stated that the surveillance missions carried out by officers of NAF had given his administration tremendous insights into what the ground troops were facing.
The air chief said modern air operations were increasingly conducted in complex environments, making careful application of air power critical.
Mr Abubakar described the parade as one of the highest honours accorded to him in the course of his career.
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Air Chief Sunday Aneke reaffirmed the NAF’s commitment to providing timely and decisive air support to ground forces.
Mr Aneke reaffirmed the NAF’s resolve to support NNPCL in protecting national resources and tackling criminal networks undermining the country’s energy sector.
Mr Ejodame said the operation was carried out in the early hours of Aug. 23.
Mr Idris stated, “Kebbi is strategic, because it shares borders with two countries of Niger, and the Benin Republics.’’
Mr Abubakar said the FOB would enhance air power projection and maritime security in the region, especially within the Gulf of Guinea corridor.
Nigeria’s air chief said this at the opening of the first quarter meeting with branch chiefs, air officers commanding, and commanders on Wednesday in Abuja.
The CAS said that the outgoing year brought its share of challenges across all theatres of operations.
