CAS: NAF is prepared, vigilant, and committed to safeguarding Nigeria.

Every day, the Nigerian Air Force is vigilant, prepared, and committed to defending Nigeria.

This was announced by Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), at the celebration of the 61st anniversary of the Nigerian Air Force.

In a statement released on Wednesday, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the NAF's Director of Public Relations and Information, claimed the CAS made the accusation while visiting frontline troops in Katsina for an operational visit.

He asked the air force's commanders and troops to remain extremely vigilant and to never lose sight of the principal objective, which is to defend Nigeria and her people.

Abubakar called on the troops to keep up the pace of operations and step up their efforts until long-lasting peace and security were restored across the country.

While exhibiting NAF airpower to the public, the ongoing 61st anniversary celebrations also contribute to the Force's preparedness and proficiency, according to the CAS.

"Nigerians can be confident that we are still totally dedicated to fulfilling our constitutional mission. We shall keep doing everything we can to protect our country.

“While significant gains have been made across all theatres of operation, the fight is far from over.

“Yes, we have achieved commendable milestones, but this is not the time to slow down. We must not rest on our oars.

”Now is the time to consolidate and intensify our air strikes against terrorists, insurgents and bandits.

“Even as we mark 61 years of dedicated service, we must give our fellow countrymen more reasons to hope, more victories that reassure them that their Air Force remains alert, ready, and determined to defeat all enemies of peace,” he stated.

The CAS also took advantage of the chance to see facilities, talk to soldiers at the operational base, and evaluate the condition of platforms that had been deployed.

According to him, the visit demonstrated his dedication to frontline participation, operational efficacy, and troop welfare as part of a larger plan to bring peace and security back to unstable areas.