2027: Chief of Air Staff Pledges Support For Credible Elections

Описание: The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Kelvin Aneke, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigerian Air Force to support the Independent National Electoral Commission in ensuring credible, secure and well coordinated elections across Nigeria.


The Air Chief gave the assurance during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Joash Amupitan, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

Air Marshal Aneke congratulated Professor Amupitan on his appointment as INEC Chairman in October 2025, expressing confidence that his leadership and experience would further strengthen the credibility of Nigeria’s electoral process.

Aneke while affirming support for electoral operations across the country, assured the Commission that the Nigerian Air Force remains ready to provide airlift support and other operational assistance whenever required to ensure the smooth conduct of elections.

Air Marshal Aneke also disclosed that the Nigerian Air Force is preparing to deploy its Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance capabilities during elections to enhance situational awareness and assist security agencies in detecting potential threats.

Responding, the Chairman of INEC, Professor Joash Amupitan, described the visit as a strong sign of confidence in the electoral body’s mandate to deliver credible elections.
He expressed appreciation for the continued partnership and operational support provided by the Nigerian Air Force during previous elections, particularly in the areas of logistics and security.

Professor Amupitan added that INEC will soon establish a joint working team with the Nigerian Air Force to strengthen logistics planning and ensure the successful conduct of future elections.