Defence Spikers, NAF Rockets Shine in Volleyball Contest
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Defence Spikers, NAF Rockets and CNS Spikers were among the standout teams as the volleyball competition delivered thrilling encounters across Days Three and Four, with several clubs securing crucial victories in the men’s and women’s categories. In the men’s division, Defence Spikers defeated the Nigeria Police Force 3–1, recovering from a 25–27 […]
NAF Pledges Welfare Support for Crash Victims’ Families
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has pledged comprehensive welfare support for families affected by the ongoing recovery operation following an aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, as efforts continue to retrieve the wreckage submerged in the river. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, gave the assurance, reaffirming the […]
CDS Barracks Championship Reaches Final Stage
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The stage is set for an exciting finish to the 2026 Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Abuja Military Barracks Youth Championship as teams booked their places in the semi-finals and finals across football, basketball and volleyball after an action-packed third day of competition on Wednesday. In the men’s football event, Mogadishu Cantonment […]
Defence Minister Praises Otti Over New NAF Complex, Abia Hub
By Zainab Bakare The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has commended the Executive Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, for his visionary leadership and strategic investment in national security following the commissioning of the newly constructed Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Administrative Complex in Umuahia. In a statement by the Special Adviser on Media […]
Armed Forces Confirms Alleged Plot to Overthrow Government After Probe of 16 Officers
By Zainab Bakare The Armed Forces of Nigeria has confirmed that its investigation uncovered allegations that some officers plotted to overthrow the government. In a statement issued on Monday by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the Defence Headquarters says investigations into disciplinary cases involving 16 officers have been concluded. “The Armed […]
Burkina Faso Accuses Nigeria Of Airspace Violation, Grounds Aircraft
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Burkina Faso’s military authorities have accused the Nigerian Air Force of violating the country’s airspace after a C130 aircraft carrying 11 military personnel made an emergency landing in Bobo Dioulasso on Monday. The incident was disclosed by the Agence d’Information du Burkina, which published an official statement from the Confederation of Sahel […]
South African Air Force Chief Commends Nigerian Air Force’s Professionalism
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Chief of the South African Air Force (SAAF), Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, has commended the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its professionalism, innovation, and operational excellence, describing it as a model of homegrown airpower development on the African continent. Mbambo gave the commendation during his official visit to the Headquarters […]
Nigerian Air Force Announces 2025 Recruitment
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has officially opened its online application portal for the Airmen/Airwomen Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 46/2025, calling on eligible Nigerians to take advantage of the free registration exercise and warning applicants against falling victim to fraudsters. In an announcement shared via its official X handle (formerly Twitter) […]
NAF Emerges Winners of 2025 NUJ FCT Football Tournament
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025 Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Football Tournament has ended on a high note, with the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) team crowned champions. This year’s edition, the third since inception, featured 12 teams, including the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Air Force, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Nigeria […]
Nigeria’s Junior Swimmers Set for World Aquatics Championships in Romania
By:Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s junior swim team has departed for Bucharest, Romania, to compete in the World Aquatics Junior Championships, scheduled to hold from August 19 to 25, 2025. The Six athletes participating at this event have been trained intensively for two weeks in Lagos and UK ahead of their departure on Sunday, is expected to […]