By Linus Aleke, Abuja
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has affirmed NAF’s willingness to strengthen its collaboration with the Californian National Guard (CNG) and other strategic partners to address the treats of terrorism and insurgency in the country.
He also expressed the Service’s unwavering dedication to combat terrorists and other criminal elements within Nigeria.
The CAS said this when he received a delegation from US military led by Major General Beevers, who were at Headquarters NAF, on a
courtesy visit to the Air Chief.
Director of Public Relations and Information, Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, in a statement, said, the CAS was represented by the Chief of Policy and Plans, Air Vice Marshal Sayo Olatunde, during the visit.
The CAS, said the commitment for a revitalized working relations by Major General Beevers represents a positive stride in strengthening international cooperation, aligning with a key aspect of his Command Philosophy that underscores the need for enhanced strategic partnerships.
The CAS, also extended gratitude to the CNG as well as the United States (US) Government for their consistent support to the NAF.
The Adjutant General of the California National Guard (CNG), Major General Matthew Beevers, reaffirmed his commitment to enhance the existing partnership between the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the Californian National Guard in the ongoing fight against terrorism in Nigeria and across Africa.
He also emphasized the pivotal role of the NAF as an important strategic ally in the global effort against terrorism.
Major General Beevers expressed the readiness of the CNG to assist the NAF in equipment acquisition and training, which will go a long way in bolstering its effectiveness in ongoing counterinsurgency and counterterrorism operations.
