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General Yahaya commends media for consistent reportage
General Yahaya commends media for consistent reportage
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The Chief of the Nigerian Army Staff, Lt Gen. Farouk Yahaya has commended the media for the good reportage meted out to the Armed forces in the various war theatres in the country.
Chief Yahaya who was on a one day operational visit to the the North East theatre of Operation Hadin Kai urged the media to do more in keeping the country together.
He called on reporters and their news managers to be more “nationalistic” in their approach to reportage so that the common enemies will not celebrate or gain upper hand in any of the war theatres against the Army or the entire armed forces.
Chief Yahaya told the troops of operation Hadin Kai during a lunch meeting Friday that he was satisfied with the operations in the three sectors and the entire country adding that troops are doing well following the new rules of engagements laid down for them.
” I challenge you not to relent, but to stay alert by being vigilant as they address the issues on ground in accordance with our new rules of engagement.
“the basic teachings of a professional Army like ours is for you to be alert every time, to your obligations, following command and control which is very important across all our locations. We can’t afford to take anything for granted. This is the message I gave them at Baga where I visited and it is for all of you too.
“. We are not relenting, we are continuing our operations in both the kinetic and non-kinetic. Even those who are supporting the terrorist in one way or the other we are not relenting in our bid to apprehending them. Those who provide information, logistics, those who help them in anyway. We call and urge our own friends here and across to continue also to support and provide relevant information.
“These people are not from the moon, they are criminals living all along with us, if we see them and we report before they act, we are in a better position before they take action. When we see anything across all other theatres, we should report to relevant security agencies, so that we take action.” said the army chief.
The Army chief said that troops will continue also to relate with all other security agencies adding that they appreciate other services, like the Nigerian Air force, Navy and all other security agencies that have been contributing to calm the tide.
He called on troops of the Nigerian Army not to relent in doing what they are doing, adding that “all our achievements has being possible by the support of the present Commander in chief who has provided all the resources that we require, all the enablement and he continuously placed enormous confidence in the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Military and other security agencies and that is what he is also given us, in proportionate measure every time.
” The present effort is clear and we are not relenting to provide secure environments, secure country or our social activities. Elections are here, we are all from here, we know were they come from with their additional challenges, but we also have experience from the election being conducted since 1999. So we should never yield on our experience, our contingency plan of large area of trouble, we should enhance our drills and especially liaise and relate and co-operate with others security agencies across, leading agencies like police and other security agencies that provide support.
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“we have launched our exercises, Operation still waters Golden dawn and others, so that we can check the criminal activities that are associated with the ember month of November, December. And what is the objective, it also sets the conditions for a peaceful election, they act aside, they are actually operations that are eclipsed in the physical dribble so that they can address unique and peculiar security challenges in the areas where they are lunched, problems that go with them, they will be able to provide secure environment and conducive atmosphere that will lunch us into the election period, all units and formation in the army has contingency plans with the procurement of security and particularly for the coming elections we should as mandated by a our profession always appraise them and review them and continue to be alert and vigilante so that we can review this our plans and activate them when necessary in order to support relevant authorities in the conduct of this coming election and the provision of security for our dear country men and women.”
“Our operation that I mentioned are usually together with this other services and other agencies in order to enhance synergy between us because no one side could do it alone, but together no adversary can defeat us,
“I want to appreciate you all the press for all the support you have put in the reportage of our activities, you have a critical role to play, and we appreciate it.
“So we take it that way I am sure we will harness our strength and I know no one enemy or adversary can take all of us. It’s is not possible, together we will beat them
” So I want to thank you all gentlemen for all your support, sacrifices for every time we are here you are always here, and for the reportage you are doing which to us is a national call, national duty that you have do, we do it too. The press is a professional body, it has his own rules also, you can even call them rules of engagement too. How they should deal with professional threats and, how they should report.
“Now there are provisional threat, you should also know you have a national duty of Nigeria to support the provision of security and good governance and democracy.
“The Commanders, officers and men of Nigerian Army, and other services, Navy, Airforce and others security agencies, I like to appreciate you all. We look forward to see you more successes for every engagement we have. like you know this is a time to learn from there, continue to learn and improve our experiences and improve on our operations we have being improving and improvement is continuous, we can still continue to improve and improve until we conclude this operation “
General Yahaya commends media for consistent reportage
CAS Advocates Indigenous Solutions During Strategic Visit to Caverton Helicopters
By: Olusola Akinboyewa
As part of his operational tour of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) establishments in Lagos, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar, on 13 December 2024, visited Caverton Helicopters Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility to evaluate progress on the ongoing 2,500-hour and 5-year major inspections of NAF Bell-412 helicopters (NAF 599 and NAF 600). The visit highlighted the critical role of indigenous expertise in advancing NAF’s operational capabilities and fostering sustainable aviation solutions.
Air Marshal Abubakar commended Caverton’s technical expertise and cutting-edge facilities, expressing satisfaction with the quality of work being done. He noted that NAF 600 was near operational readiness, while NAF 599 was 70% complete.
The CAS emphasized the importance of leveraging local partnerships to reduce reliance on foreign services, enhance NAF’s fleet maintenance, and build national capacity for aircrew training and technical development. He described the collaboration with Caverton as a model for sustainable solutions that align with the NAF’s commitment to operational excellence.
The Chief Executive Officer of Caverton Helicopters, Mr. Olabode Makanjuola, assured the CAS of the company’s readiness to continue delivering top-notch services to support NAF operations. He highlighted the facility’s achievements in overhauling critical helicopter components and noted the value of the NAF partnership in strengthening Nigeria’s aviation industry. The visit underscored the strategic importance of indigenous collaborations in bolstering national security and advancing Nigeria’s aviation sector.
CAS Advocates Indigenous Solutions During Strategic Visit to Caverton Helicopters
COMMANDER CORPS OF ENGINEERS VISIT 6 DIVISION, COMMISSIONS SEVERAL PROJECTS
By: Our Reporter
The Commander Corps of Engineers (CCE), Major General Philips Eromosele, has today 12 December 2024, paid a working visit to Headquarters, 6 Division Nigerian Army, Port Harcourt Barracks, Rivers State. The visit was his maiden visit to the 6 Division Area of Responsibility.
The CCE paid an office call to the General Officer Commanding, the 6 Division, Major General Jamal Abdussalam, after which he proceeded to the 46 Engineer Brigade Counter Improvise Explosive Device Squadron, where he thereafter commissioned some projects. The projects commissioned include a Training Area and Laboratory, 26 Support Engineer Regiment Training sheds, and a block of 10 flats of one-bedroom apartments for Coporal and Below constructed by Headquarters 6 Division.
While addressing the troops of the 46 Engineer Brigade, the CCE charged them to remain good ambassadors of the Nigerian Army and, most importantly, role models to their subordinates. He also urged them to be patient with the system and eschew all manner of illegalities, as plans are on the ground for a better future in the NA.
In his welcome address, the Commanding Officer of, the 26 Support Engineer Regiment, Lieutenant Colonel Usama Yakubu said he was spurred to construct the training shed in his unit to ensure rigorous training of his personnel to prepare them for both current and future challenges. This, he said, is under the CCE’s directive and mission statement, “To develop the capacity of the Nigerian Army Engineer for robust support to the NA in accomplishing assigned missions”. “Another purpose for the ultra-modern 150-capacity training shed with an office space for instructors and convenience for both male and female students respectively, beautiful furniture, and a serene and conducive atmosphere for learning was to equip both young officers and soldiers with basic knowledge and skills required before they proceed for local courses that will prepare them in carrying out both engineer and infantry roles in the field”, he added.
The highlights of the visit were the commissioning of multiple projects, a short presentation of Improvised Explosive Device Management by the Commander, 46 Engineer Brigade, Brigadier General Ekeoma Odoemele, an address to troops, presentation of souvenirs and group photographs.
COMMANDER CORPS OF ENGINEERS VISIT 6 DIVISION, COMMISSIONS SEVERAL PROJECTS
RETIREMENT MARKS A NEW BEGINNING, NOT AN END, SAYS CAS AT NAFRC GRADUATION CEREMONY
By: Our Reporter
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has reassured retiring military personnel that leaving active service marks the beginning of a fulfilling new chapter in their lives, not an end. Speaking today, 12 December 2024, as the Special Guest of Honour at the Passing Out Ceremony of the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC) Participants Course 02/2024 in Oshodi, Lagos, the CAS lauded the graduands for their unshakable commitment and discipline throughout their military careers.
In his address, Air Marshal Abubakar congratulated the Commandant, graduating participants, and the entire NAFRC community on achieving a significant milestone. He highlighted the importance of the six-month training programme, which equipped personnel transitioning to civilian life with skills pertinent to entrepreneurship, management, and national development.
Reflecting on a popular military saying, “Soja come, Soja go, barracks remain,” the CAS emphasised that while individuals leave the Service, their values and contributions continue to shape the Armed Forces and the nation. He urged the graduands to carry forward the discipline, courage, and commitment they exhibited in uniform, becoming role models and ambassadors of the military profession in their communities.
Air Marshal Abubakar noted that retirement should not be seen as a death sentence but rather as a new beginning. “Do not entertain fears about your future,” he advised. “With the training, discipline, and skills you have acquired, as well as God’s guidance, you will enjoy a prosperous future with good health and sound mind.”
Paying tribute to fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives for the nation, the CAS also commended the families of the retirees for their unwavering support and sacrifices. He assured the audience of the Armed Forces’ commitment to the welfare of its personnel, both serving and retired, and expressed gratitude to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his dedication to capacity development within the military.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Commandant of NAFRC, Air Vice Marshal Bashir Mamman, thanked the special the Special Guest of Honour for honoring the invitation and gracing the occasion. He also extended a warm welcome to all distinguished personalities, commandants, commanders, special guests, and well-wishers in attendance. “Your presence here today is a clear manifestation of how dearly you hold this great institution,” he remarked, acknowledging support and commitment to the success of NAFRC and its graduating participants.
The event also featured an exhibition of various products and services created by the graduating class, as well as the commissioning of a 54-unit ensuite hostel block donated by the NAF to NAFRC. Dignitaries in attendance included the Presidents of the Defence and Police Officers Wives Association (DEPOWA) and the NAF Officers Wives Association (NAFOWA), amongst many other distinguished personalities.
RETIREMENT MARKS A NEW BEGINNING, NOT AN END, SAYS CAS AT NAFRC GRADUATION CEREMONY
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