- He also emphasized the pivotal role of the Nigerian Air Force as an important and strategic ally in the global effort against terrorism
The Adjutant General of the California National Guard (CNG), Major General Matthew Beevers, has reaffirmed his commitment to enhance the existing partnership between the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the California National Guard in the ongoing fight against terrorism in Nigeria and across Africa.
Major General Beevers made this known when he paid a courtesy visit to Nigerian Airforce (NAF) Headquarters, in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital.
He also emphasized the pivotal role of the Nigerian Air Force as an important and strategic ally in the global effort against terrorism.
Speaking further, Major General Beevers expressed the readiness of the
California National Guard (CNG) to assist the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in equipment acquisition and training, which will go a long way in bolstering its effectiveness in the ongoing counterinsurgency and counterterrorism operations.
Responding, the Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, conveyed the NAF’s unwavering dedication to combating terrorists and criminal activities within Nigeria.
He also affirmed NAF’s willingness to strengthen its collaboration with the CNG and other strategic partners to address the threats of terrorism and insurgency in the country.
Represented by the Chief of Policy and Plans, Air Vice Marshal Sayo Olatunde, the Chief of Air Staff also stated that the commitment to a revitalized working relations by Major General Beevers represents a positive stride in strengthening international cooperation, aligning with a key aspect of his command philosophy that underscores the need for enhanced strategic partnerships.
In closing, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, extended gratitude to the California National Guard as well as the United States Government for their consistent support to the Nigerian Air Force.
Major General Beevers was accompanied by Mr Joseph Kraus, who is the Political-Military Officer at the US Embassy Abuja; Lieutenant Colonel Megan Stromberg, the Women, Peace and Security Representative at the CNG; Command Sergeant Major Kristin Caldwell of 340th Brigade Support Battalion; as well as staff of the US Embassy Defence Section.
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