The Minister of Defence, Bashir Magashi, has assured Nigerians, that the war against terrorism and insurgency will soon be over noting that, with every danger, courage should rise.
The Minister who was represented by the Chief of Defense staff, Lucky Irabor, made this known at the 2021 Nigerian Airforce seminar, to mark its 57th-anniversary celebration in Makurdi, Benue State.
The Minister noted that the Nigerian Military has played a very critical role in the security architecture of the country and has continued to ensure the country’s stability, peace and unity over the years.
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Magashi said that Nigerians must continue to have fate in those that sacrificed time, energy, and sometimes their families, for the peace of the nation.
He said that the NAF has continually justified its establishment, by complimenting the roles of other Services; thereby becoming a key player in the airpower equation in the West African sub-region.
In his welcome remarks earlier, the Chief of Air Staff, Oladayo Amao, said that the NAF has recorded many laudable achievements and made significant contributions to the development of the Nigerian Nation in her 57 years of existence.
Amao disclosed that the theme of the NAF @ 57 celebrations, “Enhancing Nigerian Air Force Airpower Capabilities for Effective Joint Operations” was deliberate as they aimed at focusing on how they can effectively and efficiently in joint operations, quickly end security challenges in the country.
“The specific objective of this Seminar, therefore, is for us to critically reflect on our operations over the years, while taking stock of our achievements and challenges, with a view to charting a way forward in delivering critical airpower capabilities, in support of sister Services and other security agencies conducting operations across the Country.
“It is therefore incumbent on us, to dutifully and constructively engage with the presentations that will be delivered today, which focus on doctrinal development, as well as standardisation of training and inter-operability of equipment of the Armed Forces, respectively, with a view to proffering strategies that would engender more effective joint force employment.”
The Chief of Air Staff further assured Nigerians, of their unflinching commitment and determination, to ensure that a secured united and prosperous Nigeria was guaranteed.
Edited by Tunde Orebiyi
