- Safiu Kehinde
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) commitment to defending the nation and eliminating insurgents, terrorists, and criminal elements threatening peace and stability.
Aneke vowed to hunt down the insurgents and neutralise them with precision.
The Air Chief made this known during an operational visit to the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) Sector 2/213 Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Katsina.
As quoted in a statement issued on X on Friday, Aneke charged personnel to intensify efforts in fulfilling the directive of the President Bola Tinubu to decisively eliminate all threats to the safety and security of Nigerians.
“We cannot relent for a moment. The nation is counting on us to restore peace and reclaim every inch of territory challenged by insurgents and criminals.
“We will not rest until every threat to our sovereignty is neutralised.
“Wherever they hide, whether in forests, valleys, or remote villages, our forces will find them, and we will strike with precision. Our mission is clear: to hunt them down and to protect our people.” He said.
Aneke commended the troops for their courage, precision, and professionalism despite the operational challenges of the region.
The CAS emphasized that the unprecedented support of the Federal Government, through the acquisition of modern platforms, advanced weaponry, and enhanced professional training, has placed a solemn responsibility on the Nigerian Air Force.
He noted that Nigeria’s security environment has become increasingly complex, with ruthless non-state actors spreading violence and causing significant loss of innocent lives.
The Air Chief reminded personnel that the sacrifices of NAF’s fallen heroes demand unwavering resolve, urging them to remain agile, innovative, and ruthlessly precise in confronting security threats.
He urged personnel to sustain the operational momentum and ensure that every mission reflects the NAF’s core values of discipline, service, and patriotism.
Reiterating his leadership philosophy anchored on decisive warfare and robust welfare, the CAS stressed that the fight against insecurity must go hand-in-hand with the well-being of personnel.
“A force that fights hard must also live well,
“Under my leadership, your welfare, training, and equipment will match your courage in the field. You are the nation’s shield, and your safety and morale are non-negotiable.” He declared.
Aneke affirmed that the NAF would continue to invest in modern capabilities, intelligence systems, and technology-driven operations to secure lasting dominance in the air and impact on the ground.