Nigerian Air Force

NAF COMMENCES SPECIALIZED TRAINING ON ANTI-UAV RADAR SYSTEM IN MAIDUGURI The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has inaugurated a new cadre of personnel for specialised training on the 612A Anti-UAV Radar System, marking a strategic step towards strengthening its counter-drone…

NAF, NASENI sign MOU to deepen indigenous innovation for defence, aerospace development The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) on 25 July 2025 signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding…

Fit to fight: CAS declares physical fitness crucial to combat effectiveness at maiden NAF workshop The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, has emphasised that physical fitness remains a vital element of military preparedness, describing it as “a force…

NAF boosts battlespace dominance with new combat-ready UAV operators The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has graduated a new batch of combat-ready Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operators following the successful completion of Operational Conversion Training Course 3/2024. The ceremony,…

RELEASE OF LISTS OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES FOR INTERVIEW INTO AIR FORCE SECONDARY SCHOOLS The general public is hereby informed that the lists of successful candidates shortlisted for interview into JSS1 for Air Force Military School, Air Force Girls’ Military School Jos, and…

NAF, NDLEA strengthen strategic partnership to tackle drug threats and enhance national security The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, represented by Air Vice Marshal Dalhat Ladan, the Chief of Air Intelligence Nigerian Air Force, recently paid a courtesy…

NDC participants present blueprint to strengthen NAF's high-tech maintenance capacity As part of a deliberate push to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), participants of Course 33 at the National Defence College (NDC) have presented a strategic…

NAF partners with Osun State to advance AI education in schools In a landmark move to bridge education and emerging technology, the Nigerian Air Force’s Research and Development Institute (AFRDI), Osogbo, in partnership with the Osun State Broadcasting Corporation (OSBC),…

NAF strengthens aviation safety standards, achieves year-long incident-free record The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to aviation safety, operational discipline, and professionalism, following a significant milestone—completing a full year without any…

Team of heroes behind every NAF successful flight Throwback to the celebration of the Nigerian Air Force’s 61st anniversary, we proudly commend the unwavering dedication of all NAF personnel—those who support and maintain platforms on the ground and those who take to the skies.…

AFMS @ 45: Forging tomorrow's leaders through discipline and excellence For over four-and-a-half decades, Air Force Military School (AFMS) Jos has stood as a beacon of excellence in training and character development. Established in 1980, the school has evolved into a premier…

Notice of fake recruitment adverts The attention of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has been drawn to fraudulent messages circulating online, falsely claiming that the NAF has commenced recruitment for the 2025/2026 Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) and Direct Short Service…

NAF targets 90% aircraft serviceability by Q4 2025 as CAS leads push for engineering reform The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, has restated the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) firm resolve to enhance aircraft availability through sound maintenance…

Honouring a Statesman: Military service chiefs pay final respects to former President Muhammadu Buhari The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, alongside the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, and other Service Chiefs, paid their…

NAF enhances inter-agency synergy with strategic airlift of NIPSS course participants across seven states In a demonstration of its commitment to national development through enhanced inter-agency cooperation, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has airlifted participants of Senior…

NAF engages south-east stakeholders, bolsters peace through dialogue In a move to consolidate peace and strengthen public trust in Nigeria’s security architecture, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), through the Air Component of Operation UDO KA, has intensified non-kinetic efforts…

NAF remains committed to veterans' welfare - CAS reassures at mid-year parley The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s unwavering commitment to prioritising the welfare and concerns of its veterans. He gave the…

“Bring clarity to uncertainty, foresight to decision making" - CAS charges graduands at NAF intelligence course The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, has urged officers of the Regimental Intelligence and Security Officers Course 4/2025 to bring…