Super Tucanos have boosted fight against terrorists – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday said the provision of modern equipment and personnel motivation like the Super Tucanos and the Augusta helicopter gunships, among others, had helped turn the tide in the fight against terrorists and other non-state actors.

Buhari, according to a statement by his spokesman, Garba

Shehu, spoke in Kano at the ceremonial parade to commemorate 58th anniversary of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF).

He said his administration had approved procurement of more platforms such as the Beechcraft, some modern helicopter gunships and UAV for the Nigerian Air Force to enable it to man the airspace more effectively.

Buhari

commended the NAF for living up to its constitutional responsibilities of securing the nation, and justifying the investments of the government of the day in the force.

He said the NAF had transformed into a formidable entity ready to confront immediate and future challenges.

“Today, I can say confidentially that the armed forces have indeed witnessed tremendous improvement in the past seven years. In particular, the provision of modern equipment and personnel motivation through enhanced welfare are also ongoing.”

He charged the Minister of Defence, the service chiefs and heads of the security agencies to “remain committed, steadfast and resolute as we forge ahead to achieving a secure, peaceful and more prosperous Nigeria.”