Kingsley Nwezeh in Abuja As the nation’s security forces battle insurgents and bandits across the country, the federal government has procured a total of 32 different types of fighter planes,…
As the nation’s security forces battle insurgents and bandits across the country, the federal government has procured a total of 32 different types of fighter planes, combat helicopters, and associated platforms since 2015, a period of six years, according to statistics obtained by THISDAY.
The recent delivery of the A-29 fighter jets equipped with integrated weapons and laser-firing technology is one of the latest efforts to turn the tide of the war against insurgency and banditry. The arsenal of the air force was also beefed up with three special missions aircraft from the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency , part of the maritime security arrangement, deep blue project.The federal government had also procured eight Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles , also known as drones.The air force had last year taken delivery of eight UCAVs and three fighter jets from China.
While highlighting the capabilities of the UCAVs, NAF said the unmanned aircraft could remain airborne for up to 26 hours providing persistent presence over areas of interest.
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