Plateau air force deploys fighter jets curb violence
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Plateau Air Force Deploys Fighter Jets to Curb Violence
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed fighter jets to Plateau State to curb the increasing violence and killings in the region. The deployment is part of efforts to restore peace and stability in the state, which has been plagued by attacks by herdsmen and farmers.
According to reports, the NAF has deployed its Alpha Jet and F-7Ni fighter jets to the state to provide air support to ground troops. The jets will be used to conduct reconnaissance missions, provide close air support, and engage any hostile elements that may be involved in the violence.
The deployment of the fighter jets is seen as a major boost to the efforts of the security agencies in the state, which have been struggling to contain the violence. The state has been experiencing a surge in attacks by herdsmen and farmers, which have resulted in the loss of lives and property.
The NAF has also deployed its personnel to the state to provide support to the ground troops. The personnel will be involved in intelligence gathering, reconnaissance, and other operations aimed at identifying and neutralizing the sources of the violence.
The deployment of the fighter jets is part of the efforts of the federal government to address the security challenges in the country. The government has been working to improve the security situation in the country, and the deployment of the fighter jets is seen as a major step in that direction.
Sources:
- "NAF Deploys Fighter Jets to Plateau to Curb Violence" (ThisDay Live)
- "Nigerian Air Force Deploys Fighter Jets to Plateau to Combat Herdsmen-Farmers Clashes" (Premium Times)
- "NAF Deploys Fighter Jets to Plateau to Restore Peace" (Vanguard News)