This was disclosed by the chairman, Organising Committee, NAF Day Celebration 2023, Air Commodore Chukwuedo Illoh, at a press briefing at the Nigeria Air Force Headquarters in Abuja on Friday.
He noted that to mark this year’s NAF Day celebration, a series of activities have been lined up to enlighten citizens of NAF’s efforts in the fight against insurgency, terrorism and other forms of criminality within the country.
According to him, NAF has grown into a formidable and respected force within the African continent and even beyond, over the years.
Illoh said, “It is pertinent to note that the NAF has also made appreciable progress and significant contributions in the areas of internal security, humanitarian and peace-keeping operations as well as restoration and sustenance of democracy on the African continent.
“It is only rational therefore, to celebrate its existence as well as the laudable achievements recorded over the years Members of the Press, the Theme of the 59th Anniversary Celebration, is “Doctrinal Imperative for Successful Nigerian Air Force Operations.
“As you may be aware, the NAF is a highly technical service with the fundamental mission of ‘ensuring the integrity of the airspace by gaining and maintaining control of the air while retaining a credible capacity to fulfil other air power tasks demanded by national defence and security imperatives’.
“To this end, this year’s theme is aimed at emphasizing and promoting air mindedness among NAF personnel and ensuring a common frame of reference on the most effective approach to air power employment especially in joint military operations at this critical stage in our nation’s history.”
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