Nigerian Air Force redeploys 67 senior officers
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Premium Times
The Nigerian Air Force is redeploying 67 senior officers to its commands and strategic structures, including a new commander for Operation Hadin Kai against Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa. The officers are due to take up their new posts by 13 November, according to spokesperson Ehimen Ejodame.
The Nigerian Air Force has reassigned 67 senior officers to its operational commands, training establishments and several strategic defence structures. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Kelvin Aneke, approved the appointments on 7 November, according to NAF spokesperson Ehimen Ejodame, quoted by Premium Times.
The reshuffle includes the appointment of a new commander for Operation Hadin Kai, a joint force engaged against Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa in northeastern Nigeria. Several new officials have also been appointed at NAF headquarters, including Adeniran Ademuwagun for transformation and innovation, Nnamdi Ananaba for operations, Precious Amadi for air intelligence and Enebong Efiom for training, Premium Times reports.
The 67 officers concerned, all holding the rank of air vice marshal, are due to take up their new posts and complete handover procedures by 13 November. The NAF spokesperson said the changes aim to align the officers’ skills and experience with the Air Force’s operational and institutional priorities, according to Premium Times.
