Air Chief Urges Recruits To Respect, Protect Citizens

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Vice Marshal Hassan Abubakar, has tasked new intakes in the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to ensure they respect and protect innocent and law-abiding civilians they were trained to defend. 

He gave the charge while reviewing the Passing Out Parade of 1,123 recruits of Basic Military Training Course 43/2022 held yesterday at the Military Training Centre, NAF Base, Kaduna. 

In a statement by the director of public relations and information, Air Cdre Edward Gabkwet, the CAS tasked them to be focused, motivated and innovative while contributing to NAF’s efforts towards achieving Nigeria’s national security imperatives. 

“Treat them with respect and protect their rights. By so doing, you will be discharging your professional and constitutional duties. Remember also that the NAF undoubtedly expects the highest standards from you regarding civil-military Relations,” he stated. 

While reminding them that they would be deployed to the various operational theatres to contribute their quota to national security, he urged them to ensure they operate within the rules of engagement as enumerated in the code of conduct for armed forces personnel involved in internal security operations. 

The CAS further advised the new recruits to take advantage of abundant training opportunities in the NAF to become proficient in their chosen specialties. 

He also reiterated the need for them to be disciplined and subordinate their personal interests to those of the service and the nation.