The Nigerian Air Force has deployed additional air assets under Operation Whirl Stroke as part of sustained efforts to restore peace and stability across the North Central region
A statement by its spokesperson, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame says the move reinforces the Air Force’s commitment to enhancing security, supporting ground operations, and reassuring communities affected by banditry, kidnapping, and communal unrest.
Chief of the Air Staff , Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, conducted a first hand evaluation of air operations . The visit included a high-level strategic engagement on Tuesday at the Headquarters Tactical Air Command, Makurdi.
Present at the meeting were the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede; a representative of the Chief of the Naval Staff, Rear Admiral Olusegun Ferreira; the Commander of Operation Whirl Stroke and the Maritime and Air Component Commanders, alongside other key stakeholders.
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Critical updates were provided on the current tempo of joint operations aimed at restoring lasting peace across the region.
The CAS revealed that the newly deployed air assets have been successfully integrated into ongoing operations, delivering real-time intelligence and precision targeting support.
He highlighted the impact of recent coordinated air and ground operations across Benue, Nasarawa, and Taraba States, which have led to the dismantling of several militia camps, bandit enclaves, and criminal hideouts.
(Editor: Oloyede Oworu)
