Chief Of Air Staff Celebrates Eid With Troops In Maiduguri, Urges Relentless Pursuit Of National Security
In a show of solidarity and appreciation, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, celebrated Eid-el-Kabir with personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) at NAF Base Maiduguri on 6 June 2024. Represented by the Air Officer Commanding (AOC) Tactical Air Command (TAC), Air Vice Marshal Patrick Obeya, the CAS extended warm Sallah greetings to the troops and applauded their steadfast commitment to defending the nation.
Air Marshal Abubakar underscored the symbolic significance of Eid-el-Kabir, which embodies sacrifice, devotion, and obedience, values that resonate deeply with the military ethos. He commended the unyielding efforts of NAF personnel in the Northeast, noting that their operations have significantly degraded insurgent capabilities and contributed to improved security in the region. “Your bravery and resilience are making a difference. I urge you to sustain the momentum until the enemies of Nigeria are completely defeated,” he said.
AVM Obeya echoed the CAS’s commendation, citing successful joint operations in Damboa, Marte, Izge, Bitta, and surrounding areas as clear evidence of what inter-agency cooperation can achieve. He emphasised that “the NAF’s synergy with sister services and other security stakeholders continues to yield strategic gains in the counter-insurgency campaign”.
The Eid celebration offered a morale boost for frontline personnel and served as a reminder of the leadership’s commitment to their welfare. It also reinforced the values of camaraderie, unity, and professional excellence that define the Nigerian Air Force. The CAS’s gesture reflects a leadership deeply invested in both operational success and the well-being of its personnel.
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