NAF To Establish Air Force University in Bauchi ... Reiterates Commitment To Protect Lives, Property of Nigerians

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Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed of Bauchi State has described as a welcome development the plans of the Nigeria Air Force to establish Air Force University in the state.

This is as the Chief of Air Staff, (CAS), Air Marshal Saddique Baba Abubakar, has promised to ensure that Bauchi State and the entire Northeast was adequately protected and secured from any act of insurgency and criminality.

Mohammed also commended the CAS, Abubakar, for the earlier establishment of the Air Force Special Operation's Command in Bauchi.

The governor was speaking when he paid a visit to the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sidique Baba Abubakar at the Air Force Headquarters Abuja on Wednesday.

Mohammed observed that the Air Force boss, being a worthy son of the state, has contributed immensely towards the development of the state.

He applauded the Nigeria Air Force for its commitment in containing insecurity and other forms of criminality in the country in addition to outstanding performance in protection of the  nation.

The governor appealed for synergy between the Air Force and the state government as his administration was determined to provide enabling environment for security agencies for the protection of lives and property of the citizens.

Responding, the Chief of Air staff, Air Marshal Sidique Baba Abubakar who expressed gratitude to Governor Bala Mohammed for the visit, said arrangements have reached advance stage for the establishment of Air Force University in Bauchi, as well as renovation and expansion of Azare airport.

Air Marshal Abubakar said the force through its reforms agenda, has recorded tremendous successes in the ongoing fight against insecurity across the country. 


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