Operation Hadin Kai Conducts Air-To-Ground Integration Training For Enhanced Military Operation

Operation Hadin Kai Conducts Air-To-Ground Integration Training For Enhanced Military Operation

In an effort to enhance operational efficiency in the North East theatre of operations, the Theatre Command Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), on Monday 8 September 2025, commenced orientation training on effective Air – to – Ground integration (AGI) for its troops at Maimalari Cantonment Maiduguri.

While inaugurating the training, the Theatre Commander Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar emphasised the critical role of AGI in enhancing military training and operational efficiency in the North East Theatre of Operations.“Our collective efforts in combating terrorism require a well-trained and professional force that can work in synergy with other agencies and entities,” the Theatre Commander said.

He explained that the training was designed to develop synergy, communication and integration between surface forces and air assets in the theatre of operations, adding that the training will also avail the participants with the understanding of some basic concepts and application of AGI in order to prevent fratricide and civilian harm.

General Abdulsalam also reminded participants, drawn from various formations within the theatre, to approach the training with humility, responsibility, open-mindedness and willingness to learn, noting that it was the first of its kind under OPHK.

He expressed appreciation to the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre (AWDC) Training Team for their support and commitment, describing their expertise as a positive contribution to the theatre’s training programme.The Theatre Commander assured that the Command would continue to partner with AWDC to strengthen capacity, foster excellence and professionalism, while commending troops for their sacrifices and dedication in the fight against terrorism.

He thanked the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede NAM, for his strategic leadership and support in facilitating the programme and urged participants to apply the knowledge they would gain during the orientation to improve the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Theatre Training Officer, Brigadier General Julius Ogbobe, welcomed participants and urged them to be open-minded and attentive throughout the programme. He thanked the Theatre Commander for providing the enabling environment and strategic guidance for the training.

Also speaking during the ceremony, the representative of the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre, Wing Commander Asa Abatura, thanked the Theatre Commander for making the training a reality and assured of the facilitators’ commitment to ensuring participants were better informed at the end of the programme. He also thanked the Air Component Commander, Operation HADIN KAI, Air Commodore Umar Idris for providing the Air Craft for use in the training.