39 m. ago DHQ tightens security nationwide ahead of Christmas, deploys troops, air assets

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has assured Nigerians of heightened security nationwide during the Christmas festivities, announcing the deployment of additional read more DHQ tightens security nationwide ahead of Christmas, deploys troops, air assets

Politics

6 h. ago DHQ steps up security nationwide ahead of Christmas, New Year celebrations

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has rolled out heightened nationwide security measures ahead of the Christmas and New Year celebrations, as read more DHQ steps up security nationwide ahead of Christmas, New Year celebrations

Politics

13 h. ago Sokoto airstrike: Families of 13 civilians receive compensation

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has paid compensation to the families of 13 civilians unintentionally killed during an airstrike in Sokoto State. Read More: https://punchng.com/sokoto-airstrike-families-of-13-civilians-receive-compensation/

Politics

16 h. ago NAF admits civilian casualties in Sokoto airstrike, compensates victims

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has handed over compensation to victims and families affected by the accidental airstrike that occurred read more NAF admits civilian casualties in Sokoto airstrike, compensates victims

Events

17 h. ago Christmas : DHQ deploys special forces, air support to prevent attacks

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has deployed special forces and air support as part of robust Christmas security measures to prevent attacks across Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/christmas-dhq-deploys-special-forces-air-support-to-prevent-attacks/

Politics

20 h. ago NAF compensates victims of Sokoto accidental airstrike one year after

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has paid compensation to victims and families affected by an accidental airstrike in Sokoto State that killed 13 civilians. Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-compensates-victims-of-sokoto-accidental-airstrike-one-year-after/

Events

61 h. ago Burkina Faso: Freed NAF aircraft, soldiers proceed on Portugal mission

A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) C-130 aircraft, previously detained in Burkina Faso after a precautionary landing, has been freed and resumed its mission to Por Read More: https://punchng.com/burkina-faso-freed-naf-aircraft-soldiers-proceed-on-portugal-mission/

Politics

66 h. ago Aircraft ‘Detained’ In Burkina Faso Resumes Journey To Portugal — NAF

The Air Force said all personnel on board remained safe and that the aircraft was fit to continue its mission. The post Aircraft ‘Detained’ In Burkina Faso Resumes Journey To Portugal — NAF appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

3 d. ago FG Confirms Release Of Nigerian Aircraft, Soldiers After Tuggar Meets Burkina Faso Leader

The Federal Government has confirmed the release of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft and 11 soldiers detained in Burkina Faso after a forced landing. Confirming the development on Wednesday night, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr Kimiebi Ebienfa, said the aircraft and personnel had been released. He said, “Yes, they have been […] The post FG Confirms Release Of Nigerian Aircraft, Soldiers After Tuggar Meets Burkina Faso Leader appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

3 d. ago CAS reaffirms commitment to welfare, operational of NAF personnel

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, on Thursday reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s unwavering commitment to counter-insurgency operations, internal security, and the protection of lives and property.

Politics

3 d. ago NAF graduates ‘remotely piloted aircraft’ operators to boost intelligence

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has strengthened its intelligence-led air operations with the graduation of a new batch of Remotely read more NAF graduates ‘remotely piloted aircraft’ operators to boost intelligence-led air operations

Transport

4 d. ago FG confirms release of NAF aircraft, detained 11 personnel in Burkina Faso

The Federal Government has confirmed the release of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft and 11 of its personnel who were detained in Burkina Faso after a precautionary landing.

Politics

4 d. ago BREAKING: Burkina Faso releases 11 detained Nigerian Air Force personnel

Burkina Faso has released 11 personnel of the Nigerian Air Force nine days after their detention, following what Nigerian officials described as intensive diplomatic engagements between Abuja and Ouagadougou. The airmen, comprising pilots and crew members of the Nigerian Air Force, were freed shortly after a high-level Nigerian delegation led by the Minister of Foreign […]

Politics

5 d. ago Police mobilise special forces ahead of NLC’s nationwide protest over insecurity, economic hardship

Security agencies across the country have deployed special forces and tactical units ahead of today’s nationwide protest organised by the read more Police mobilise special forces ahead of NLC’s nationwide protest over insecurity, economic hardship

Politics

7 d. ago Recruitment: NAF begins aptitude test for over 20, 000 applicants

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced the Zonal General Aptitude Test for the Year 2025 Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 46 Recruitment Exercise, with over 20,000 applicants participating nationwide. 

Politics

9 d. ago NAF seeks stronger diplomatic partnership, others to tackle insecurity

The Nigerian Air Force states that military force alone cannot solve Nigeria’s security challenges, emphasizing the need for diplomacy and partnerships. Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-seeks-stronger-diplomatic-partnership-others-to-tackle-insecurity/

Politics

1 week ago Federal Government Intervenes As Burkina Faso Holds On To NAF Aircraft, Personnel

The Nigerian Government has waded into the diplomatic row surrounding the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) C-130 aircraft and 11 military personnel currently being detained in Burkina Faso. This comes after the Confederation of Sahel States (AES), comprising Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, claimed the aircraft violated Burkinabe airspace, an allegation that NAF has strongly denied. […]

Politics

1 week ago Burkina Faso releases 11 Nigerian troops after ‘unauthorised’ landing 

Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian military personnel detained after a Nigerian Air Force C-130 aircraft made what the country read more Burkina Faso releases 11 Nigerian troops after ‘unauthorised’ landing 

Politics

1 week ago Police, Air Force QRF pledge stronger security collaboration in Niger

He described the Police chief as a lawyer par excellence, an anti-fraud specialist and a seasoned police officer...

Politics

1 week ago Burkina Faso Frees 11 Nigerian Military Officers, Aircraft After Emergency Landing

Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian military personnel detained after a Nigerian Air Force C-130 aircraft made what authorities in Ouagadougou described as an unauthorised landing in Bobo-Dioulasso air field. The officers, two crew members and nine passengers, were held for interrogation over suspicions that the flight was linked to the recent failed coup incident […]

Politics