Niger’s army chief inspects Air Base 101
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Alwihda Info
Niger’s army chief of staff visited several facilities at Air Base 101 on 10 November, including its command and two military schools. The tour aimed to assess missions, achievements and operational difficulties, according to Alwihda Info.
Niger’s Chief of Defence Staff carried out a series of working visits on 10 November 2026 at Air Base 101, notably to the Air Base Command, the Air Force Technicians' School and the Military Medicine School, reports Alwihda Info. He held discussions with local officials on the progress of missions, achievements recorded and difficulties encountered.
The tour also aimed to strengthen monitoring, consultation and the operational capabilities of the military structures visited, according to Alwihda Info. Discussions focused on the main challenges to be addressed to improve the effectiveness of the forces.
The visit comes after the reorganisation of the staff of Niger’s armed forces announced on 12 September 2026 and the graduation of the first aircraft technicians of Niger’s air force announced on 8 October 2026.
