US EditionTinubu Inducts Two New AGUSTA 109 Trekker Helicopters Into NAF Order of Battle
- On May 16, 2025, in Abuja, Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Tinubu, officially added two Agusta 109 Trekker aircraft to the Nigerian Air Force fleet during the service’s 61st anniversary celebrations.
- The induction followed President Tinubu’s call for intensified efforts to tackle Nigeria's multidimensional security challenges and his administration's focus on modernizing the military to safeguard democracy and national development.
- Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar described the helicopter acquisition as a major milestone that enhances multi-domain operational capabilities, responsiveness, and mission efficiency amid evolving security demands both domestically and regionally.
- The Nigerian Air Force has received nine new aircraft since 2024, expects 49 more within two years, and has trained personnel to operate the new platforms, all part of comprehensive efforts to support joint operations, disaster relief, and humanitarian missions.
- This induction signifies a strategic commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s air power, reinforcing national security, and sustaining Nigeria's leadership role in Africa, with continued federal support aligned to the Renewed Hope Agenda’s priorities.
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Tinubu inducts two jets, orders military to step up efforts against insecurity - Daily Trust
President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, charged members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to intensify their efforts in tackling the country’s multifaceted security challenges. Tinubu stated that the stability of Nigeria’s democracy, regional peace and economic growth is closely tied to national security, ordering that all the enemies threatening Nigeria’s stability be dealt with decisively. He stated this at Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport in Abuja …
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Nigerian News. Latest Nigeria News. Your online Nigerian Newspaper.Tinubu inducts two new AGUSTA 109 Trekker helicopters into NAF order of battle
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has inducted two brand-new Agusta 109 Trekker helicopters into the inventory of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information, Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force in a statement said the induction ceremony, held at the Presidential Air Fleet Apron in Abuja, marked a key highlight of activities commemorating the 61st anniversary of the Nigerian Air Force. The Pre…
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Tinubu vows to end insecurity, Inducts Two Agusta A-109 Trekker Power Attack Helicopters into NAF Armoury
By Myke Agunwa President Bola Tinubu has urged the armed forces to step up and intensify efforts towards ending the multi-dimensional security challenges facing the nation, adding that a well-equipped military is crucial for preserving democracy. The President made the call during the induction of two newly acquired Augusta A-109s Trekker Helicopters into the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) inventory at the Presidential Air Fleet premises, Abuja on Fri…
NAF Order Of Battle: Tinubu Inducts 2 New Agusta 109 Trekker Helicopters Into Service - Global Upfront Newspapers
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday inducted two brand-new Agusta 109 Trekker helicopters into the inventory of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), in a significant boost to Nigeria’s air power capability. The induction ceremony, which was held at the Presidential Air Fleet (PAF) Apron of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA),...
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