NAF STRENGTHENS AIR WARFARE AND DOCTRINE CENTRE WITH NEW SERVICE VEHICLES

NAF STRENGTHENS AIR WARFARE AND DOCTRINE CENTRE WITH NEW SERVICE VEHICLES

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reinforced the institutional capacity of the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre (AWDC) with the commissioning of new service vehicles to enhance mobility, administrative efficiency and the delivery of its core responsibilities in doctrinal development, research and professional military education. Representing the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, at the ceremony, the Chief of Logistics, Air Vice Marshal HN Yurkusi, conveyed the CAS’s commitment to strengthening institutional enablers for enhanced operational effectiveness.

The CAS emphasised that effective airpower extends beyond aircraft and modern equipment to include sound doctrine, continuous professional military education and informed operational planning. He noted that the vehicles would facilitate official engagements, training activities, supervision and other essential assignments, while urging the Commandant and personnel to ensure proper maintenance, accountability and judicious utilisation of the assets. In his welcome address, the Commandant AWDC, Air Vice Marshal GI Jibia, expressed appreciation to the CAS for his sustained support, assuring that the vehicles would enhance the Centre’s capacity to fulfil its mandate.

The commissioning underscores the NAF’s commitment to strengthening institutional capabilities, promoting professional excellence and translating operational lessons into improved combat effectiveness. The CAS urged personnel to sustain innovation, uphold discipline and accountability, and remain committed to the highest standards of professionalism in advancing the Service’s operational objectives.