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The Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen TY Buratai today Launched the Nigerian Army Armoured Corps Insignia and decorated the Corps Commander Maj Gen JO Akomolafe with the New Insignia at the COAS Annual Conference 2018 holding at Command Guest House in Maiduguri.

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Sizzorkay:
For the love of God, dude, I'm not mocking you, can't you see what you are writing? You keep saying 2014, we are in 2018. For real?
Why on earth are you talking about final delivery in 2014? Wanna travel back in time or something?

Contract to be completed 2014. Deliveries will begin 2019/2020 and the final aircraft will be delivered in 2014. Roughly 3 a year

Contract to be completed 2014, we are in 2018.
Deliveries will begin 2019/2020 and final aircraft delivered in 2014?
You can't see what's wrong with that right?
Anyways, have a nice day chief.
You were the one who said i should ask if i were clueless, so i asked.
Thanks for your time. please may i borrow that time machine when you are done?

Oga smug, I never called you clueless, you did that yourself.

BTW I did mean comp!etion by 2024, now corrected

Moral of the story is not to rush one's replies without reviewing

Question for you. NAF's Mi-35, after re-negotiation with Russia, when were the first pair delivered and where are the final 8?

lol, last response to this.
I pointed something out, yet you seem to ignore it or not get what i meant
As for your moral of the story, that applies to you not me, i gave you 3 separate chances to correct it, you didn't, more or less.
All good bro, i made my first comment as a joke actually, Initial comment was "What have you been smoking", but i thought that might be taken too serious.
Anyways, never said i cared about the delivery date, wasn't arguing that with you, just the dates was what i thought was out of place.
They can deliver it in 2034, not my problem,na today them know say they need these things? After all these yrs. smh. Good luck to the country.
The war will be worn when they are serious about winning it.
Cheers bro

Sizzorkay:
lol, last response to this.
I pointed something out, yet you seem to ignore it or not get what i meant
As for your moral of the story, that applies to you not me, i gave you 3 separate chances to correct it, you didn't, more or less.
All good bro, i made my first comment as a joke actually, Initial comment was "What have you been smoking", but i thought that might be taken too serious.
Anyways, never said i cared about the delivery date, wasn't arguing that with you, just the dates was what i thought was out of place.
They can deliver it in 2034, not my problem,na today them know say they need these things? After all these yrs. smh. Good luck to the country.
The war will be worn when they are serious about winning it.
Cheers bro

Last response as well. The moral of the story was for me. I would have stuck with my position yesterday as in my mind I meant 2024 and I couldn't understand where you were coming from.

I mean well for the country and hope they get their act together soon.

Anyway all good, over and out.

The United States Department of Defence on Wednesday announced it has awarded the contract for the manufacturing of 12 A-29 Super Tucano combat aircraft on behalf of the Nigerian Air Force.

The contract was awarded to Sierra Nevada Corporation, an American aerospace contractor, for an initial sum of $329 million. A clause, described as “undefinitised contract action (UCA)”, was, however, added that the contract sum could be varied, but not exceeding $344.7 million.

A defence contracting explainer said the UCA involves contracts whose terms, specifications, or price are not agreed upon before work commences.

This could be because the negotiation of a definitive contract action is not possible in sufficient time to meet the government’s requirements or a government’s interest demands that the contractor be given a binding commitment so that contract performance can begin immediately, and shall be as complete and definite as practicable under the particular circumstances.

Six of the aircraft would be equipped with Forward Looking Infrared System, a technology that senses radiation which is then converted to video output.

As part of the contract for the 12 Super Tucano combat jetliners, the Nigerian Air Force would receive ground training devices, mission planning systems, mission debrief systems, spares, ground support equipment and alternate mission equipment, the U.S. defence department said.

There would also be a contiguous U.S. interim contractor support, outside of continental U.S. (OCONUS) contractor logistic support, and five field service representatives for OCONUS support for three years, the U.S. Defence Department said.

The aircraft would be built in Jacksonville, Florida, southeastern United States, and is expected to be completed May 2024.

“Foreign military sales funds in the amount of $220,167,735 are being obligated at the time of award,” the department added.

President Muhammadu Buhari placed order for the aircraft in April, following extensive discussions with the U.S. government that led to the relaxing of a moratorium placed on military equipment sales to Nigeria.

Mr Buhari said the procurement would help strengthen Nigeria’s national security, as well as timely end to the Boko Haram war.

The Nigerian government transferred $469.4 million to the U.S. government in April, according to a letter he wrote to the National Assembly.

Lawmakers immediately rejected the move, saying the president flouted the Nigerian Constitution in paying such humongous amount to procure equipment from a another country with appropriation.

The president described what he did as granting “anticipatory approval” for an expenditure, a term the lawmakers argued was strange to the Nigerian Constitution and the principles of separation of powers.

During the heated debates about the contract in April, a U.S. senior diplomat in Nigeria briefed reporters in Lagos, telling them, amongst other key benefits of the contract, that the Super Tucanos would be delivered by 2020, a claim that was then regurgitated by Buhari administration officials.

It was not immediately clear whether the Nigerian government was aware the project would not be delivered until 2024, six years away, but went ahead with the narrative that it would come by 2020, anyway.

Also it was unclear why the contract was being awarded for $344 million (N125.3 billion) when Mr Buhari said he transferred over $469 million (N168.8 billion) to the U.S. for the aircraft.

That leaves a difference of N43.5 billion yet unaccounted for.

Presidential spokesperson, Garba Shehu, did not immediately return PREMIUM TIMES’ requests for comments Thursday night. An e-mail to the U.S. Embassy public affairs section in Abuja was not immediately returned.

The Boko Haram war, for which the Super Tucanos are being procured, has seen a surge in recent months, with hundred of Nigerian soldiers being killed in audacious raids on their bases across the war-ravaged North-East.

Only on November 18, at least 118 soldiers were killed when Boko Haram fighters overran the Nigerian Army 157 Task Force Battalion in Metele, Borno State, which has been the heartland of the nearly 10-year jihadist campaign.

The Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, who had long amongst top government functionaries claiming Boko Haram had been “technically defeated”, acknowledged the renewed ruthlessness of Boko Haram during an address on Wednesday.

He, however, said the military was reshaping its counter-terrorism strategy, and predicted a fast-paced end to the insurgency.



https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/298229-u-s-govt-places-order-for-nigerias-super-tucano-aircraft.html?utm_source=operamini&utm_medium=feednews&utm_campaign=operamini_feednews

rka2:


Last response as well. The moral of the story was for me. I would have stuck with my position yesterday as in my mind I meant 2024 and I couldn't understand where you were coming from.

I mean well for the country and hope they get their act together soon.

Anyway all good, over and out.

I think the airforce should go more for the jf17 ASAP, honestly 2024 his really a donkey year..

Egyptian Special Forces “Thunderbolts” armed with Beretta ARx-160 assault rifles with their counterparts from Greece & Cyprus inside the Mistral LHD before conducting Amphibious landing within Medusa-7 exercise.

The Egyptian Navy personnel appears in new camouflaged uniform.

bidex111:




I think the airforce should go more for the jf17 ASAP, honestly 2024 his really a donkey year..

So do I. I hope there is a multi- year procurement.

bidex111:




I think the airforce should go more for the jf17 ASAP, honestly 2024 his really a donkey year..

I believe the *2024* means the total delivery date

we should begin to see first deliveries in 2020

Odunayaw:
I believe the *2024* means the total delivery date

we should begin to see first deliveries in 2020

I don't even know why they are arguing over this. Wasn't it plain enough

bidex111:
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Who is the Lady?
What does PDS stand for?

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The Executive Governor of Borno State Alhaji Kashim Shettima today Commissioned and presented the keys of 5 G40 Innoson Vehicle Motor (IVM) Hillux Vehicles to 5 deserving Army Warrant Officers who distinguished themselves in the course of serving their father land at the COAS Annual Conference 2018 holding in Maiduguri, the Borno State Capital.

PHOTOS:

Today in N'djamena, Chad, President Muhammadu Buhari chaired a Meeting of Heads of State and Government of the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC).

At meeting, the President reiterated his commitment to providing the required leadership and direction for the actualization of peace and security in the Lake Chad Region.

PRESS RELEASE

RE: ARMY REPORTEDLY REMOVES TEXAS CHUKWU AS SPOKESMAN, RE-
APPOINTS USMAN

1. The attention of the Directorate of Army Public Relations has been drawn to a news report trending in the online media published by the Cable titled “ARMY REPORTEDLY REMOVES TEXAS CHUKWU AS SPOKESMAN, RE-APPOINTS USMAN”. In the said story, the report stated inter alia, that "Army reportedly removes Texas Chukwu as spokesman, reappoints Usman".

2. The Directorate wishes to state categorically that the report is not only malicious but an attempt by the writer to tarnish the reputation of the senior officer which he has built over the years in the course of his career as well as misleading members of the public.

3. The write-up further alleged that his removal followed outcry from different quarters on his “inability” to manage information on counter-insurgency campaign, which is completely untrue and unsubstantiated.

4. Contrary to the report, the Directorate wishes to state that, the re-appointment of Brigadier General Sani Usman is a routine deployment in the Nigerian Army following his completion of the Strategic course at the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies and not based on media management as alleged by the report.

5. It is also pertinent to state that Brigadier General Texas Chukwu will be proceeding to the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies Kuru, Jos for his Strategic course.

6. Consequently, the Directorate wishes to state that the writer has only succeeded in exhibiting his ignorance or complete lack of knowledge about postings and appointments in the Nigerian Army.

7. The Directorate therefore calls on the authority of The Cable to advice the reporter to cultivate the habit of verifying facts as well as balancing his report before rushing to the press. The medium is requested to tender an unreserved apology to the senior officer as well as the Directorate of Army Public Relations through the same medium within 24 hours or be ready to face legal action.


8. Thank you.

Odunayaw:
I believe the *2024* means the total delivery date

we should begin to see first deliveries in 2020

Contract completion date for aircraft delivery (phased delivery over 4 years), buying and integration of sensors and weapons, training of pilots, training of engineers, simulators' delivery, hangars, maybe first maintenance inspection et.c.

Kalapizim:
stop posting here.

you Nigerians love lying to yourself, is it a crime to say the truth? The Army has been lying to us about the war on boko haram.

BabaOwen:
you Nigerians love lying to yourself, is it a crime to say the truth? The Army has been lying to us about the war on boko haram.

Please continue posting. It's not a crime.

BabaOwen:
you Nigerians love lying to yourself, is it a crime to say the truth? The Army has been lying to us about the war on boko haram.

Please and please stop posting them.......

Unless you want to thread to be shot down, Tnx.

bidex111:



Please and please stop posting them.......

Unless you want to thread to be shot down, Tnx.

hmm

Okay o, make we keep on deceiving ourselves then.

b]Abubakar Elkanemi, shehu of Borno, says the people of the state are still under Boko Haram seige.[/b]

Elkanemi said this when President Muhammadu Buhari paid him a courtesy call at his palace in Shehuri, Maiduguri, on Thursday.

The monarch dismissed claims by security operatives that the ongoing military operations, particularly in some parts of the state and the Lake Chad region, was yielding positive result.

He said nobody dares move 10 kilometres out of the state without being attacked, adding that farmers are being killed and kidnapped on a daily basis.

While applauding Buhari, the monarch said there is much to be done for the people of the state to be free from the insurgents attacks.

“On behalf of the traditional institution in Borno, I want to commend your excellency for the commitment you have given towards ending the lingering crisis of Boko Haram,” he said.

“It is unfortunate that despite all efforts put in place to restore peace in our land and the north-east, we the people of Borno state are still under Boko Haram siege.

“Nobody can dare move out of Maiduguri by 10 kilometres without being confronted, attacked by Boko Haram.

“Quite a number of farmers are being killed and kidnapped on a daily basis around Molai General Area, which is just 10 kilometres away from the metropolis, along Maiduguri -Damboa -Biu road.

“Most of the surrounding villages and communities in Konduga, Damboa, Mafa and other local government areas have been razed down in the last two weeks.

“We plead that the federal government and the security agencies review the strategies in nipping this lingering crisis in the bud.”

The north-east has been under series of attack by the insurgents, the latest being the attack on the 157 task force battalion in Metele, Borno.

Over 100 soldiers were reportedly killed in the attack but the army said it lost 39 men.

https://www.thecable.ng/were-still-under-boko-haram-siege-shehu-of-borno-tells-buhari

JUST IN: In compliance with the COAS Lt Gen TY Buratai’s directives that Commanders in OP LAFIYA DOLE carry out massive attacks and offensive missions to the BHTs’ locations, hideouts and enclaves, troops of 3 Battalion Ngala embarked on an exploitation mission on 29 November 2018.

The gallant troops carried out offensive patrols on two fronts. Ngala Bridge and Gamboru town towards BHT withdrawal routes along Wurge village in Borno State.

On siting the troops, the terrorists who were massing up for a possible attack abandoned their logistics stores and equipment and fled.

BHTs equipment captured include: 1 X AK 47 Rifle with Reg No 819044 AND 2 X AK 47 Magazine, 443 X Rounds of 12.7MM, 94 X Rounds of PKT, 16 X Rounds of 7.62 MM NATO, 4 X RPG Bombs, 1 X RPG Charge, 1 X AA Telescopic Sight, 1 X AA Top cover, 1 X Clearing rod, 1 X Hilux GT, 2 X Motorcycle, 1 X BHT Flag, 2 X Blanket, 1 X Praying mat, 1 X Mosquito net, 10 X Motorcycle spare tubes, 1 X Tool Box , 1 X Towing cable, 1 X Camel bag, 3 X Water melon, 3 X Milk, 2 X Maltina, 2 X Satchet of sugar and groundnut, 1 X First Aid kit, 1 X MP3 Player, 3 X Jerry can.

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]A twitter user Najeeb Bello Oyarese has raised this alarm. Men of the Nigerian Army stationed in Arege Area of Borno State are fighting a desperate battle for survival at this very moment against Boko Haram. The soldiers are down to their last rounds of ammunition and their food and water supplies are almost depleted. Please share this message so that the whole world knows what they are going through








https://twitter.com/NejeebBello/status/1068485958591569926

Soldiers asking for support during combat via tweeter?
Once again, that's a professional army? Is this a fvking joke?
These soldiers don't have HQ in the area? A radio?
I will take that sh!t as a rumor, if real though, that's a shame

walemoney007:
]A twitter user Najeeb Bello Oyarese has raised this alarm. Men of the Nigerian Army stationed in Arege Area of Borno State are fighting a desperate battle for survival at this very moment against Boko Haram. The soldiers are down to their last rounds of ammunition and their food and water supplies are almost depleted. Please share this message so that the whole world knows what they are going through
What d fvck?God how did we get here?? Please help us out







https://twitter.com/NejeebBello/status/1068485958591569926

God help us...ow can we confirm this

cutievik:
God help us...ow can we confirm this

the Nigerian army and FG are lying about this war. If you know a person living in borno, talk to the person and he will tell you the truth.

Some places in borno state are no go areas at all even for soldiers

BabaOwen:
you Nigerians love lying to yourself, is it a crime to say the truth? The Army has been lying to us about the war on boko haram.

what is this one saying? Anyway you have heard me.

A suspected terrorist group carrying sophisticated weapons is currently in control of Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State, applying ‘strange laws’ and punishing defaulters.


According to reports, members of the group believed to be from Niger Republic are in possession of assorted weapons, preaching Islamic teachings, forcefully collecting alms (zakat) and flogging defaulters.


An eye witness stated that though members of the terror group are yet to be identified by name, and have been in the area for than two months, they are allegedly recruiting youth in a nearby bush. After ‘training’ them, they give them a motorcycle, he said.



The witness, who pleaded anonymity, said members of the group are more than 200. He said they looked strange, spoke Arabic and wore turbans over their heads.


“They imposed compulsory levies on each household with cows and rams. Those with cows are paying N500 and those with ram are paying N200. They are arresting and fining herdsmen who encroach on farmlands and are keeping the money. They are operating freely, scaring residents, without being challenged. They are going from one community to another,” the witness said.


Tangaza Local Government in Sokoto State borders Niger Republic. The border communities of the two countries inter-marry and are identical and speak the same dialect.

Source: https://www.mediahelm.com.ng/2018/11/unknown-group-of-suspected-terrorists.html

Someone told me about this group three weeks ago, there is absolutely no security in Nigeria.

Terrible and very useless country.

Sizzorkay:
Soldiers asking for support during combat via tweeter?
Once again, that's a professional army? Is this a fvking joke?
These soldiers don't have HQ in the area? A radio?
I will take that sh!t as a rumor, if real though, that's a shame

It's defying logic how a soldier can tweet in a location where soldiers even have to put their phones in bottles to be able to get signal

we read new things daily

Africans (especially Nigerians) are more exposed to fake news than Americans. (imagine that)

At the height of farmers/herders clashes, facebook had to disable Several accounts based in UK for spreading fake news in Nigeria.

Fake news has led to death of several individuals in Nigeria.

I know for a fact that some of these guys are dismissed personnel who bear grudges against the military. (I know one personally)

The military has it's fault but some of the claims on social a media are outrageous.

Not everything seen on the social media is the gospel truth.