The United States Bureau of Counter terrorism has commended the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its relentless commitment and significant contributions to the fight against terrorism and counterinsurgency operations in Nigeria.

The Acting Principal Deputy Coordinator for Counter terrorism at the Bureau, Jessica Long, gave the commendation when she led the US delegation on a high-level meeting with the NAF in Abuja.

This is contained in a statement by the Deputy Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, Group Capt. Kabiru Ali, on Wednesday in Abuja.

Long also commended the Nigerian government and its armed forces for their steadfast commitment to combating terrorism.

She acknowledged the recent successes of the Nigerian military in disrupting terrorist networks and praised their
of innovative, intelligence-driven tactics that have proven effective in neutralizing insurgent threats.

According to her, these efforts have not only helped secure strategic regions within Nigeria but have also contributed to the overall stability of the area.

Long reiterated the United States’ continued support for the NAF’s counter-terrorism initiatives and emphasized the critical role of international collaboration in addressing evolving security threats.

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She highlighted the importance of advancing purposeful lethality through precision-driven operations to ensure that NAF’s efforts remain both effective and strategically impactful.

In his remarks, the Chief of Civil-Military Relations, AVM Ibikunle Daramola, who received the delegation, reaffirmed the NAF’s unwavering resolve to ensure national security and protect civilians during military operations.

Daramola highlighted the advancements made within the NAF Civil-Military Relations Branch, particularly in fostering community trust and minimizing collateral damage.


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