By Joy Odor
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken a significant step to enhance its operational efficiency by reconfiguring four pre-owned fuel tankers into specialized aircraft refueling bowsers.
In a press statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the Director of Public Relations and Information,
Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force.
This initiative, overseen by the 643 Equipment Supply Depot in Lagos, reflects the Chief of the Air Staff’s commitment to proactive logistics support, innovation, and resourcefulness.
The CAS, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, emphasized the importance of self-reliance, operational adaptability, and logistics sustainability in mission success.
He informed that the reconfigured bowsers will play a critical role in supporting air operations, particularly in counterterrorism missions and joint force deployments.
By ensuring rapid and reliable aircraft refueling, the NAF aimed to enhance its air presence, optimize turnaround times, and deliver decisive effects in complex operational environments.
He confirmed that one of the refueling units has already been deployed to the 407 Air Combat Training Group in Kainji, with the remaining units earmarked for strategic locations nationwide.
This development is expected to significantly improve the NAF’s operational readiness and reaffirms its commitment to national security and the protection of Nigerians.
