By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun
Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, Chief of the Air Staff has led a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) delegation to Bell Textron in Amarillo, Texas, United States of America, for the beam signing ceremony marking a significant milestone in the acquisition of 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters for the NAF.
A statement by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information indicated that the milestone represents an important step in the implementation of the Nigeria–United States Government defence cooperation programme and Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to modernize its Armed Forces.
The acquisition reflects the strategic vision of the Federal Government of Nigeria to strengthen the nation’s defence and security architecture and provide the Armed Forces with the requisite platforms and capabilities to address current and emerging security threats.
The Air Chief expressed profound appreciation to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Tinubu, for his strategic leadership, unwavering support, and commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s defence and security architecture.
