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 NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame confirmed this development.
He indicated that the platforms comprised three AW-109 Trekker B helicopters and two H-125 helicopters.
According to the statement, 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.
He noted that the new platforms would increase asset availability and enhance the Service’s responsiveness across multiple theatres.
Air Marshal Aneke expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, for his sustained confidence in and commitment to the NAF.
The platforms are expected to undergo post-delivery assembly ahead of their induction and operationalization.
(Vitalnewsngr.com)
