The additional helicopters are expected to improve the NAF’s ability to conduct intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions, provide close air support, undertake rapid troop deployment and respond swiftly to security threats across the country.
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The acquisition forms part of the Air Force’s fleet modernisation programme aimed at improving operational readiness and supporting ongoing military campaigns against terrorism, banditry and other forms of criminality.
Military authorities said the AW109 Trekker helicopters would enhance the NAF’s capacity to execute complex missions in diverse operational environments while reinforcing joint operations with other security agencies in safeguarding lives, property and national security.
