Nigeria Expands Army Aviation Amid Regional Security
July 22 2024
Nigerian Army Aviation receives two UH-1H helicopters. Image – Nigerian Army
In June, the Nigerian Army achieved a significant milestone by acquiring two UH-1H “Huey” helicopters, formally establishing its new Aviation Wing. This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance air support capabilities, focusing on surveillance, reconnaissance, and med-evac missions. The initiative coincides with escalating violence in the region as attacks perpetrated by Boko Haram and Islamic State...
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