NAF RECEIVES FIVE NEW HELICOPTERS AS FG ACCELERATES AIRPOWER MODERNISATION. (PHOTO).
NAF RECEIVES FIVE NEW HELICOPTERS AS FG ACCELERATES AIRPOWER MODERNISATION The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken delivery of five new helicopters as the Federal Government accelerates efforts to modernize Nigeria’s airpower capabilities and strengthen the Armed Forces’ capacity to respond effectively to contemporary security challenges. A statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame indicates that the platforms comprise three AW-109 Trekker B helicopters and two H-125 helicopters. The three AW-109s, which form part of 10 recently acquired by the Federal Government, were received in Lagos on 15 September 2026, with the remaining seven expected to be delivered before the end of 2026. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, described the acquisition as another significant milestone in the Federal Government’s sustained investment in the modernization and re-equipment of the NAF noting that the new pl...
Lagos State Governor,Mr Akinwunmi Ambode today tuesday presided over the swearing in of a new Permanent Secretary,Mrs Fiyinfoluwa Adenike Ogunbanke,with a call on her to bring leadership,hard work and professionalism to bear in her service to the State and Lagosians in general.The Governor,who spoke at a brief but impressive swearing in ceremony,held at the Conference Room,Lagos House in Alausa,said he was satisfied with the progress the State has made so far,noting,however that there was always room for improvement.''As it is said,the only room that is never closed is the room of improvement.I will therefore continue to demand improved performance particularly from the top echelon of the Public Service with regard to the pace at which we currently operate.''You must continue to show leadership and direction for others to follow.In this way,we will sustain our unity of purpose and focus towards delivering the dividends of good governance to all our people,'' he said.Congratulating the new Permanent Secretary on her well-deserved appointment,Governor Ambode expressed optimism that she would bring her widely acknowledged sterling qualities of hard work,dedication and professionalism to bear on the Public Service and by extension,his administration.''It is always a thing of joy to be elevated to a position of honour especially that of a Permanent Secretary in Lagos State.I know this much because I had experienced the joy of this occasion some years back.Once again,I congratulate Mrs Ogunbanke,her family and friends with whom she is sharing tthe joy of this moment,'' the Governor said.More photos below.
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