The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has directed commanders of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to sustain and intensify operational pressure on insurgents and other criminal elements across the country.
CAS gave the charge during an operational briefing with Branch Chiefs, Air Officers Commanding, Directors and Air Component Commanders from various theatres of operation nationwide.
The operational briefing, held as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen national security operations, brought together senior NAF officers to review ongoing air operations and assess strategies aimed at tackling insecurity across the country.
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The meeting focused on enhancing operational effectiveness, coordination and mission execution in various conflict theatres.
Addressing the commanders, Air Marshal Aneke stressed the importance of continuous evaluation and reassessment of operational strategies and procedures to ensure that air operations remain proactive and result-oriented.
He noted that the evolving security landscape requires adaptive tactics and sustained commitment from all operational units.
The CAS emphasised that every mission undertaken by the Nigerian Air Force must deliver decisive impact against hostile elements while maintaining the highest level of professionalism.
He particularly underscored the need for precision in operations to minimise collateral damage and safeguard civilian lives and property during engagements.
Air Marshal Aneke further urged commanders to strengthen intelligence-driven operations and improve synergy with other security agencies in order to achieve greater operational success.
He reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to supporting ongoing joint military operations aimed at restoring peace and stability in troubled areas across the nation.
The briefing also provided an avenue for operational commanders to present updates from their respective theatres, identify emerging challenges and propose measures for enhancing mission efficiency.
The CAS assured personnel of continued leadership support, while reiterating the NAF’s resolve to remain relentless in its fight against terrorism, banditry and other forms of criminality threatening national security.
