The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has embarked on a strategic engagement in Doha, Qatar, in a bid to boost the operational efficiency and technological capabilities of the Nigerian Air Force.
The visit underscores the NAF’s commitment to leveraging global partnerships to address national security imperatives and strengthen its air power capabilities.
This was according to a statement by the Nigerian Airforce Headquarters on Tuesday.
The statement partly reads, “In furtherance of his command philosophy to transform the Nigerian Air Force into an agile and resilient force which effectively fulfils the airpower imperatives of national security, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, was recently in Doha, Qatar to engage with Barzan Holdings, a leading Qatari defence company.”
According to the statement, the discussions focused on identifying opportunities for technology transfer and the acquisition of cutting-edge solutions to meet the operational demands of the NAF.
It added that this initiative aligns with the CAS’s strategic vision for the NAF.
“Discussions centred on leveraging opportunities for technology transfer, and the acquisition of cutting-edge solutions to meet the operational demands of the NAF.
“This aligns with the CAS’s strategic intent to enhance the NAF’s core competencies through innovation and collaboration, underscoring the importance of global partnerships in the development of critical national security capabilities,” the statement added.
The statement further revealed that the interaction with Barzan Holdings also reflects the broader goals of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to deepen international cooperation in key sectors.
“The engagement with Barzan Holdings also reflects the broader objectives of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to Qatar in March 2024, which sought to strengthen bilateral relations, particularly in the areas of security and economic cooperation,” it read.
This partnership signals a forward-looking approach by the NAF, emphasising innovation, collaboration, and the pursuit of strategic alliances to address evolving security challenges.
By tapping into advanced technology and expertise from global partners, the NAF aims to position itself as a formidable force capable of ensuring the security and stability of Nigeria and the region.