The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on Saturday reinforced its commitment to national security and operational excellence through the conduct of its Third Quarter Route March Exercise across formations and units nationwide.

This was contained in a statement made available to news men in Abuja by the Spokesperson of the Service Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame

According to the statement, the exercise which was held simultaneously at NAF locations across the county forms part of ongoing efforts to maintain a highly fit, resilient, and combat-ready force capable of responding effectively to contemporary security challenges.

Speaking at NAF Camp Abuja on behalf of the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, the Chief of Operations, Air Vice Marshal Precious Amadi, stated that the exercise reflected the NAF’s determination to sustain a high level of operational readiness in support of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and other threats to national security.

The statement further added that he noted that physical fitness, mental resilience, discipline, and teamwork remain critical enablers of mission success across all theatres of operation.

It added that Air Marshal Aneke emphasized that the quarterly route march is a strategic initiative designed to prepare personnel for the physical demands of military operations while fostering cohesion and esprit de corps across the Service. He added that the initiative complements the NAF’s broader efforts to enhance combat effectiveness through continuous training, capacity development, and personnel welfare programmes.

According to it, the Chief of the Air Staff further commended officers, airmen, airwomen, and civilian personnel for their dedication and professionalism, urging them to remain vigilant and steadfast in the discharge of their duties. (Saturday Tribune)