Nigerian air force news today
Here are some recent news updates from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF):
Latest News
- NAF Destroys Boko Haram Terrorists' Hideouts in Borno: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has destroyed several hideouts of Boko Haram terrorists in Borno State, killing many of them in the process. The operation was carried out by the NAF's Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft. (Source: NAF Official Twitter Handle)
- NAF Commences Construction of New Base in Kaduna: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced the construction of a new base in Kaduna State. The base, which is expected to be completed in 2023, will serve as a hub for NAF operations in the North-West region. (Source: Daily Trust)
- NAF Conducts Aerial Surveillance in Niger Delta: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has conducted aerial surveillance in the Niger Delta region to monitor the activities of militants and oil thieves. The operation was carried out by the NAF's ISR aircraft. (Source: Vanguard News)
- NAF Graduates 100 New Pilots: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has graduated 100 new pilots from its Flying Training School in Kaduna. The pilots, who are all Nigerian, will undergo further training before being deployed to various NAF bases. (Source: NAF Official Twitter Handle)
- NAF Destroys Illegal Refineries in Rivers State: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has destroyed several illegal refineries in Rivers State, which were being used by oil thieves to refine stolen crude oil. The operation was carried out by the NAF's Special Operations Group. (Source: ThisDay Live)
Recent Operations
- Operation Thunder Strike: The NAF has been conducting Operation Thunder Strike in the North-East region to combat Boko Haram terrorists. The operation has resulted in the destruction of several terrorist hideouts and the killing of many terrorists. (Source: NAF Official Twitter Handle)
- Operation Whirl Punch: The NAF has been conducting Operation Whirl Punch in the Niger Delta region to combat militants and oil thieves. The operation has resulted in the destruction of several illegal refineries and the arrest of several suspects. (Source: Vanguard News)
Recent Awards and Recognition
- NAF Officer Wins International Award: A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) officer, Air Commodore Olusegun Idowu, has won the International Air and Space Fair (IASF) Award for his outstanding contributions to the development of the NAF. (Source: NAF Official Twitter Handle)
- NAF Receives Award for Excellence: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has received an award for excellence in the field of aviation from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). (Source: Daily Trust)
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