CAS Charges Troops To Intensify Air Offensive Against Bandits
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, has directed Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel to intensify air offensive against bandits while ensuring maximum protection for civilians.
The CAS issued the charge during his visit to the Air Component Headquarters of Operation Fansam Yamma in Katsina and Sokoto States.
He reminded the troops to adhere to NAF’s Civilian Harm Mitigation Action Plan, which reinforced commitment to precision air operations that prioritize civilian safety.
The CAS commended the unwavering dedication of the troops in combating banditry and urged them to sustain the momentum.
Abubaksr emphasised that air power remains a decisive force in dismantling criminal strongholds and providing crucial support to ground troops in the ongoing counter-banditry campaign.
The CAS reassured personnel of continuous support in the critical role of intelligence, logistics, and welfare, noting that timely intelligence, well-maintained equipment, and high troop morale are fundamental to achieving lasting security in the country.
The Syndicate reports that during the visit, the CAS conducted a first-hand assessment of operational aircraft and ongoing infrastructural projects.
In Sokoto, he inspected newly constructed accommodation and other operational facilities, while in Katsina he evaluated key infrastructure projects, including a new hangar facility, accommodation, and a Base church.
The NAF, in collaboration with other security agencies, has intensified efforts to dismantle bandit networks and restore security across the North-West region, and the visit will boost troops’ morale and reinforce strategies for sustained air operations against insurgents.
