Tribute to men of the Reconnaisance Squadron. These are the guys who seek out, track, identify targets and provide actionable intelligence for ground, air and naval forces

Sizzorkay:
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https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/03/influential-nigerian-traditional-ruler-dethroned-200309174644836.html

"Ganduje won re-election as governor and quickly ordered the creation of four new emirates in Kano in a bid to reduce Sanusi's control and influence."

How on earth did a Governor have the power to create Emirates, that's just odd

In this present day Nigeria, a local government chairman is more powerful than a first class king.

NA equipment

#Libya- #LNA bringing out their COBRA LAMVs en masse to fight COVID-19

PRESS RELEASE

NIGERIAN ARMY PROMOTES ONE ARMY WARRANT OFFICER, TWO MASTER WARRANT OFFICERS TO CAPTAIN & AWO

The Nigerian Army Council has meritoriously approved the grant of Concessional Commission in the rank of Captain to one Army Warrant Officer and One Master Warrant Officer that exceptionally distinguished themselves in the service of our beloved nation.

Those promoted are Army Warrant Officer Nwabueze Agbo, Master Warrant Officer Tijjani Namadi (the duo are promoted to the rank of Captain) and Master Warrant Officer Ibrahim Zakaria promoted to the rank of Army Warrant Officer.

All of them were found to be professionally worthy for the elevations and are hereby, on merit, - promoted to the rank of Captain and Army Warrant Officer respectively as approved by the Army Council.

In the course of their duties to Nigeria, all of them have displayed an exceptional commitment, dedication, selfless service and loyalty. Their elevations is in recognition and appreciation of their remarkable services to their country.

The promotion will serve as a morale booster and inspire others to show more commitment, loyalty and dedication to duty.

While Army Warrant Officer Nwabueze Agbo was until his promotion the Regimental Sergent Major (RSM) of the Army Headquarters Abuja, Master Warrant Officer Tijjani Namadi was RSM 6 Battalion Abak and the immediate security detail to the Chief of Policy and Plans Army and MWO Ibrahim Zakaria was the RSM Army War College Abuja now promoted to Army Warrant Officer and appointed as RSM Army Headquarters.

They have all distinguished themselves excellently well at their various places of assignments in the Nigerian Army.

While decorating the newly promoted officers, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt Gen TY Buratai has commended them for their selfless services and loyalty to the nation, urged other soldiers to imbibe these sterling qualities in the discharge of their constitutional/assigned responsibilities.

Lt Gen TY Buratai further enjoined them to sustain and impart discipline, hardwork and regimentation to younger officers in their new units.

In his appreciation remarks on behalf of the beneficiaries, Captain Nwabueze Agbo thanked the COAS for transforming the Nigerian Army to the present enviable standard.
According to him - "Lt Gen Buratai's inputs in terms of doctrine, organization, training and orbat review of the Nigerian Army has made us to really understand the army better and thus placed it in a better position to checkmate current and emerging security challenges".

"In terms of welfare of troops and their families when you slashed school fees in Command Schools, you made our families happy and encouraged our children to go to school. Your infrastructural development, construction of accommodation and renovation of our living quarters in almost all Nigerian Army barracks across Nigeria has further made us happier and to live longer. When you introduced barracks investment initiative programme, you empowered and made our families industrious and self relient".

"Finally Sir, your feeding programme especially at the army headquarters really enhances our performances in the discharge of our tasks".

SAGIR MUSA
Colonel
Acting Director Army Public Relations
20 March 2020

Nigerian Army Movie on counter insurgency operations, see what happened (Behind the Scenes)





https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6diPLHnqsk

FIGHT AGAINST INSURGENCY: NAF COMPLETES IN-COUNTRY PDM, AVIONICS UPGRADE OF ALPHA JET AIRCRAFT AS CAS COMMISSIONS 2.8KM ROAD NETWORK IN KAINJI

In furtherance of its sustained efforts to boost Air Power employment capability against insurgency and other security challenges in the Country, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reactivated and commissioned another Alpha Jet aircraft after Periodic Depot Maintenance (PDM). The commissioning of the additional Alpha Jet, NAF 455, took place today, 21 March 2020, at the 407 Air Combat Training Group (407 ACTG), Kainji. The event also featured the inspection of the upgraded avionics equipment on the aircraft as well as a thrilling test flight with aerobatics display. In addition, a 2.8km road network traversing almost 80 percent of NAF Base Kainji and a Technicians’ Crew Room were commissioned.

Speaking during the ceremony, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, who expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the PDM, stated that the reactivation would go a long way in boosting the morale of troops on the frontlines and better equip the NAF in its drive to sustain the offensive initiative against the terrorists and insurgents. According to him, the in-house PDM, apart from being cost-effective when compared to the overseas option, also affords NAF technicians the opportunity to build better technical capacity. “It is worth mentioning that our NAF technicians were the major manpower for this PDM. The avionics upgrade, which is the first of its kind on the Alpha Jet, has also significantly improved the aircraft navigation and communications systems thus increasing safety, reliability and overall efficiency”, he added. The CAS noted that the challenge posed by lack of avionics spares, which accounted for over 60 per cent of the Alpha Jet critical spares, had also been addressed with the upgrade. The upgraded instruments and accessories, he said, were readily available in the market, thus ensuring availability of maintenance support spares which would translate to improved aircraft availability. The CAS added that under his watch the NAF, for the first time in its history, had successfully conducted in-country PDM on two C-130H aircraft (NAFs 917 and 913) in Lagos, while Life Extension Programme (LEP) was also successfully conducted on three L-39ZA aircraft in Kano. He further highlighted that an Mi-35P was also undergoing in-Country reactivation in Portharcourt, which would further boost aircraft availability for enhanced mission accomplishment.

Air Marshal Abubakar disclosed that the completion and subsequent commissioning of 2.8 km road infrastructure, which he highlighted was executed through direct labour by the NAF Directorate of Services, was one among many other welfare projects earmarked for Kainji. He stated that during his last tour round the Base, he observed the deplorable state of the road network and believed the Unit deserved better considering its importance to the NAF’s Air Power projection capability. He added that the completed road network as well as other ongoing projects would enable personnel of the Unit discharge their respective duties conveniently, thus translating to enhanced operational performance. The CAS further noted that the Base was also being positioned to efficiently support the A-29 Super Turcano aircraft when it arrives. “I can assure you that this robust infrastructural development would continue to take place in NAF Base Kainji”, he said.

Air Marshal Abubakar expressed his profound appreciation to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Muhammadu Buhari, for his gracious support to the NAF. He equally thanked the National Assembly, especially the Senate and House Committees on Defence and Air Force, for their continued support to the Service. While thanking the host community for the peaceful co-existence as well as their support to the NAF, the CAS promised that the Service would not rest on its oars until 407 ACTG, which is tasked with the important responsibility of training fighter pilots for the NAF, becomes a model Base.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Air Officer Commanding Air Training Command (AOC ATC), Air Vice Marshal Musa Muktar, who was represented by the Chief of Staff ATC, Air Commodore Abraham Adole, remarked that the commissioning of the reactivated aircraft and the welfare projects were inspiring demonstrations of a leadership whose top priority is to enhance NAF operations and promote morale of personnel through the provision of adequate platforms and enabling environment for effective service delivery. He noted that this would undoubtedly boost the NAF’s efforts in stemming the scourge of criminality bedeviling the Nation. While thanking the CAS for his commitment to the provision of infrastructure that would enhance personnel comfort and professional performance across the spectrum of NAF operations, the AOC pledged the commitment of the ATC as well as 407 ACTG to continue to do more to ensure the security of Nigeria and Nigerians.

After the unveiling of NAF 455 and inspection of the upgraded avionics in the cockpit, a Functional Check Flight (FCF) was conducted to further certify the aircraft fit for combat operations. The FCF, which also featured an exhilarating aerial display, was skillfully executed by the Commander 407 ACTG, Squadron Leader Kingsley Igwegbe, and Flying Officer Kafayat Sanni, the NAF’s first female fighter pilot, whose arrival from the flight was heralded by a traditional water salute. Present at the colourful event was the Emir of Borgu Kingdom, His Royal Highness, Barrister Muhammad Haliru Dantoro Kitoro IV, who commissioned the 2.8 Km Road Project and Technicians’ Crew Room. Other dignitaries included Branch Chiefs and Directors from Headquarters NAF as well as Commanders of Military Units and Heads of Para-Military Agencies in Kainji.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

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CAPACITY BUILDING: NAF GRADUATES ANOTHER FAST ROPE INSERTION/EXTRACTION SYSTEM COURSE AT RTC KADUNA

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), in collaboration with Skybridge Tactical Company of the United States of America, has graduated another set of officers and airmen/airwomen from the Fast Rope Insertion and Extraction System (FRIES) Course. The Graduation Ceremony, which took place at the new Panthers’ Hall of the Regiment Training Centre (RTC) Kaduna yesterday, 20 March 2020, featured a total of 40 NAF Regiment personnel who have successfully undergone the specialized course, as well as another 32 who underwent recurrence training. In addition, 5 pilots, 8 engineers and 2 onboard crew were also trained.

In his address at the occasion, the Guest of Honour and Air Officer Commanding Ground Training Command (AOC GTC), Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Idi Amin, stated that the NAF, under the leadership of the current Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, has continually focused its attention on human capacity development, and this, he said, had occasioned massive recruitment and training of Regiment personnel in various areas of competence. He added that the desire to make the NAF more responsive necessitated the reinvigoration of existing capabilities as well as the development of new ones and adaptation of processes to reflect the broader range of security requirements. The NAF, according to him, would continue to invest in capacity building initiatives aimed at generating combat forces capable of better securing its bases and other critical national assets against hostile elements.

While congratulating the Graduands for successfully completing the Course, AVM Amin urged them to imbibe the attributes of the military profession and virtues that bind all ranks in the Service. In his words; “I therefore implore you to put all that you have learnt while on this Course to maximum use to safeguard lives and property within your area of responsibility. Again, I urge you all to keep on giving your best in the service of our great Nation, especially at this critical time in our history when we are facing unprecedented challenges to our security and sovereignty. I am confident that, with our continued commitment and sustained effort, we shall overcome every threat to the peace and security of our Country, Nigeria.”

The AOC appreciated the CAS for his unrelenting support to the activities of the Ground Training Command whilst also commending the Commandant and staff of the RTC for their efforts in ensuring the successful conduct of the various courses at the Centre. He equally lauded the Skybridge Tactical Company Team for their dedication, hard work and commitment to the NAF’s training efforts. “It is my sincere hope that the NAF will continue to build on the very cordial, long-standing cooperation with the Government of the United States”, he added.

The NAF’s collaboration with Skybridge Tactical, which began in 2019, is aimed at equipping NAF Regiment personnel with requisite skills in FRIES for rapid insertion of Special Forces using rotary wing aircraft in confined areas. The training is also designed to empower personnel with capabilities for fast logistics resupply to front line troops during combat operations as well as supply of food and other relief materials to isolated IDP Camps, where the main resupply routes are not tenable due to enemy action or where there is no landing helipad.

One of the highlights of the event was the presentation of certificates to the graduands by the AOC GTC assisted by the RTC Commandant, Group Captain Daniel Komo. Guests at the event included Commanders of co-located units in Kaduna as well as members of the Skybridge Tactical Company Team, led by Mr Ash Robert.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

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Nigeria should sacrifice one Alpha for reverse engineering. We should start by learning to repeatedly take it apart and rebuild it. Eventually, perhaps, the day would come when we are able to build new Alphas and go on to better things informed by what we learned.

NAF does not own the IP. Get that first.

Litmus:
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Nigeria should sacrifice one Alpha for reverse engineering. We should start by learning to repeatedly take it apart and rebuild it. Eventually, perhaps, the day would come when we are able to build new Alphas and go on to better things informed by what we learned.

avidleo:

NAF does not own the IP. Get that first.

I’m not familiar with how these things work but it seems right to assume we wouldn’t need any rights simply to strip down and rebuild the alpha we own. If we ever learned and became capable of building a new Alpha then I can see why we would require the IP rights in order to proceed.

bidexiii:
NA equipment

are these rocket launchers

marvin906:




are these rocket launchers

yes....RM-70 mrl

Ng

Litmus:
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Nigeria should sacrifice one Alpha for reverse engineering. We should start by learning to repeatedly take it apart and rebuild it. Eventually, perhaps, the day would come when we are able to build new Alphas and go on to better things informed by what we learned.

Reverse engineering is more difficult than it sounds. Only few countries (US, China, Russia and ~) have successfully reverse engineered 'high tech'. You need to have lots of advanced industries and research institutes at your disposal for a start.
Its better to start production under licence, then learn from that.

F-7Ni fighters assigned to the Air Component Operation Lafya Dole.

In 2015 Brigadier General Enitan Ransome- Kuti became the fist Army General to be jailed. He was sentenced to jail for his involvement in one of the army's worst defeat by boko Haram. He was convicted of failing in his duties when Boko Haram took Baga.

bidexiii:
In 2015 Brigadier General Enitan Ransome- Kuti became the fist Army General to be jailed. He was sentenced to jail for his involvement in one of the army's worst defeat by boko Haram. He was convicted of failing in his duties when Boko Haram took Baga.

Please would you mind discussing more on his failure, like did he collaborate with the insurgents or something?

The @GovBorno @ProfZulum today visits Marte Town (recovered from #BokoHaram) plans massive irrigation farming in order to provide jobs to our teeming youth and revive the economy.

Odoskii:

Please would you mind discussing more on his failure, like did he collaborate with the insurgents or something?

Nope he didn’t collaborate with the insurgents but he failed in his tactics which lead to heavy casualties on fighting troops & loss of equipment, civilian lives & houses etc.

Litmus:
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Nigeria should sacrifice one Alpha for reverse engineering. We should start by learning to repeatedly take it apart and rebuild it. Eventually, perhaps, the day would come when we are able to build new Alphas and go on to better things informed by what we learned.

You are obviously not an engineer

Edward
@DonKlericuzio
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#Bokoharam fighters past sunday ambushed Nigerian forces in the Alargano forest. Over 40 soldiers and 5 officers killed. A plethora of units comprising 120 battalion troops, 121 batt, Artillery units, sector 2 troops etc were on a clearance mission into #Bokoharam enclave.

SamuelAnyawu:

I sense betrayal....... What a huge loss...
They new they were coming
Leaked info
There's an insider..


At least 70 Nigerian soldiers killed in jihadist ambush: military sources
By AFP
24 March 2020 | 10:06 am




At least 70 Nigerian soldiers were killed in an ambush on their convoy by jihadist fighters in the restive northeast, military and security sources said on Tuesday.
Insurgents fired rocket-propelled grenades at a lorry carrying troops as it travelled near Gorgi village in Borno state on Monday, two military officers told AFP without giving their names.
“It was a huge loss, at least 70 soldiers have perished in the ambush,” one of the officers said.
“The terrorists specifically targeted a truck loaded with soldiers with RPGs and incinerated the vehicle, killing all on board,” a second official said.
“So far 70 bodies have been recovered but the toll is certainly more than that as the rescue operation is still underway.”
Several soldiers were injured and some others were taken captive by the jihadists, the two officers said.
A spokesman for the Nigerian army told AFP that he was unable to comment on the reported attack.
The convoy had left regional capital Maiduguri on its way to launch an offensive on a camp belonging to jihadists affiliated to the Islamic State group in the area, a member of a government-backed militia fighting the insurgents told AFP.
The Islamic State West Africa Province faction split from Boko Haram insurgents in 2016 and has focused on attacking troops, raiding bases and laying ambush on military convoys.
The group has been accused of increasing attacks on civilians and taking hostages at bogus checkpoints on main roads in the region.
The decade-long conflict has killed 36,000 people and displaced 1.8 million in the northeast of Nigeria.
Fighting has also spilt over into neighbouring countries, prompting the formation of a regional military coalition to fight the insurgents.

Toju200:
I sense betrayal....... What a huge loss...
They new they were coming
Leaked info
There's an insider..


At least 70 Nigerian soldiers killed in jihadist ambush: military sources
By AFP
24 March 2020 | 10:06 am




At least 70 Nigerian soldiers were killed in an ambush on their convoy by jihadist fighters in the restive northeast, military and security sources said on Tuesday.
Insurgents fired rocket-propelled grenades at a lorry carrying troops as it travelled near Gorgi village in Borno state on Monday, two military officers told AFP without giving their names.
“It was a huge loss, at least 70 soldiers have perished in the ambush,” one of the officers said.
“The terrorists specifically targeted a truck loaded with soldiers with RPGs and incinerated the vehicle, killing all on board,” a second official said.
“So far 70 bodies have been recovered but the toll is certainly more than that as the rescue operation is still underway.”
Several soldiers were injured and some others were taken captive by the jihadists, the two officers said.
A spokesman for the Nigerian army told AFP that he was unable to comment on the reported attack.
The convoy had left regional capital Maiduguri on its way to launch an offensive on a camp belonging to jihadists affiliated to the Islamic State group in the area, a member of a government-backed militia fighting the insurgents told AFP.
The Islamic State West Africa Province faction split from Boko Haram insurgents in 2016 and has focused on attacking troops, raiding bases and laying ambush on military convoys.
The group has been accused of increasing attacks on civilians and taking hostages at bogus checkpoints on main roads in the region.
The decade-long conflict has killed 36,000 people and displaced 1.8 million in the northeast of Nigeria.
Fighting has also spilt over into neighbouring countries, prompting the formation of a regional military coalition to fight the insurgents.

I hope those that called Samuel a liar some days ago can be courageous enough to apologise to him now.

It's baffling how we can lose such huge amount of personnel and equipment in a single attack, I smell foul play here. This is horrible and people in charge should be investigated, but it's sad to say that up untill this day soldiers go on patrol with just to magazines, a captain told me that it is not b his power that he successfully repel numerous BH attacks/ambushes that it was God. Most atimes they don't go with more than 3 magazines per soldier for clearance operations.
Sadly a Major died in this latest attack.

ugo4u:
It's baffling how we can lose such huge amount of personnel and equipment in a single attack, I smell foul play here. This is horrible and people in charge should be investigated, but it's sad to say that up untill this day soldiers go on patrol with just to magazines, a captain told me that it is not b his power that he successfully repel numerous BH attacks/ambushes that it was God. Most atimes they don't go with more than 3 magazines per soldier for clearance operations.
Sadly a Major died in this latest attack.

damn this is so fucking truth,one of my guy just lost his dad which his a personnel of d nig army and i think it is kind of related to this attack cause they said it was an ambush,believe me the man was at home few month ago speaking with our iman that he is going to retire soon.

So they turned a dump truck into a troop carrier where dozens of soldiers are packed in like sardine.
Job that 10 well armed soldiers can do comfortably will be delegated to hundreds thereby causing chaotic battlefield. And they won't provide proper logistics.