AAAF Strengthens Continental Cooperation as Nigeria Advances Transformation of African Air Force

The Association of African Air Forces (AAAF), under the chairmanship of the Chief of the Nigerian Air Force, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has advanced its institutional development and strategic direction following a high-level Planning Conference held from 31 August to 4 September 2026 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.
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Hosted by USAFE-AFAFRICA, the conference brought together members of the AAAF Permanent Secretariat, AAAFEX 2027 planners, Liaison Officers, working-group representatives and subject-matter experts, including representatives of the System of Cooperation Among the American Air Forces (SICOFAA).

The conference focused on translating the outcomes of the 2026 African Air Chiefs’ Symposium in Tunisia into practical initiatives, while advancing the AAAF Procedures Manual, Strategic Plan 2027–2034 and roadmap towards AAAFEX 2029.

Key priorities included institutional continuity, strategic communication and stakeholder engagement. In a significant development, Squadron Leader O Lawal of the Nigerian Air Force Directorate of Public Relations and Information was appointed Public Affairs Officer of the AAAF Permanent Secretariat, further reinforcing Nigeria’s contribution to the Association’s institutional development and strategic communication efforts.

The appointment is expected to enhance the Association’s visibility, strategic messaging and engagement with member Air Forces, governments, partners and other stakeholders across the continent. The conference also provided an opportunity to draw lessons from SICOFAA on multilateral air force cooperation and identify practices adaptable to the African context.

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Its outcomes are expected to provide a stronger foundation for implementing AACS decisions, improving institutional coordination and advancing cooperation among African Air Forces. The development further underscores Nigeria’s continued leadership, through the Nigerian Air Force and the chairmanship of Air Marshal Aneke, in building a stronger and more coordinated African airpower community capable of developing African-led responses to shared security challenges.
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Goronyo Receives Egypt Defence Attaches, Assures Stronger Nigeria-Egypt Cooperation

The Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammed Goronyo, Esq., has received the outgoing Egypt Defence Attaché to Nigeria, Colonel Mohammed Ibrahim, and his successor, Colonel Mohamad Mosaad, in his office, pledging continued support for stronger bilateral relations between Nigeria and Egypt.
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Goronyo, who received the Egyptian military delegation during a courtesy visit today 8th September, 2026 in his office in Abuja, described the longstanding relationship between Nigeria and Egypt as cordial and mutually beneficial, noting that both countries share historical and cultural. The Minister of State recalled his previous encounter with the outgoing Defence Attaché while serving at the Federal Ministry of Water Resources, noting that it was a pleasant coincidence to receive him again in his current capacity at the Ministry of Works as he prepares to conclude his diplomatic assignment in Nigeria.

He commended Colonel Mohammed Ibrahim for his service and contribution to strengthening Nigeria-Egypt relations during his tenure, particularly his demonstration of patriotism, discipline, professionalism and commitment to duty. According to him, the visit was significant as it not only provided an opportunity to bid farewell to the outgoing Defence Attaché, but also to formally welcome his successor and assure him of Nigeria’s readiness to sustain the existing relationship.

Goronyo said the relationship between Nigeria and Egypt had continued to gain momentum under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and the President of Egypt, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, with both countries exploring areas of mutual interest including trade, agriculture, tourism, security, education and economic development.

He said the growing partnership between the two countries demonstrated the importance of African nations working together to harness the continent’s enormous human and natural resources. He stressed that Africa had the population, resources and potential required to compete favourably with other continents, urging African countries to deepen cooperation and leverage their shared strengths for sustainable development.

He expressed optimism that the Memoranda of Understanding and other agreements reached between Nigeria and Egypt would continue to translate into tangible benefits for the citizens of both countries.
“On behalf of the Honourable Minister of Works, Engr. David Nweze Umahi, CON, FNSE, and the entire management and staff of the Federal Ministry of Works, I sincerely welcome you and thank you for this visit.
“We wish the outgoing Defence Attaché the very best in his future assignments and welcome the incoming Defence Attaché.

On our part, we will continue to provide the necessary support to enable you to discharge your responsibilities effectively.
“Our doors remain open, and we will continue to support one another for the progress of our two countries and for the benefit of humanity,” Goronyo said.

Earlier, the outgoing Egypt Defence Attaché, Colonel Mohammed Ibrahim, expressed appreciation to the Minister of State for receiving him and his delegation, describing the meeting as particularly significant as he prepares to conclude his assignment in Nigeria. Colonel Ibrahim introduced the incoming Defence Attaché, Colonel Mohamad Mosaad, and said he was confident that the existing strong relationship between Egypt and Nigeria would be further strengthened under his successor.

He also disclosed that the Egyptian side had secured approval for the establishment of a Deputy Defence Attaché position, describing the development as another indication of the importance Egypt attaches to its bilateral and military relationship with Nigeria.

In his remarks, the incoming Egypt Defence Attaché, Colonel Mohamad Mosaad, expressed gratitude to the Minister of State for the warm reception and pledged to work towards deepening cooperation between Nigeria and Egypt. He said he was optimistic about his new assignment and looked forward to identifying more opportunities for collaboration, investment and exchange of capabilities between the two countries.

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Colonel Mosaad noted that Nigeria and Egypt, as two major African countries, had a shared responsibility to contribute to the development and advancement of the continent through stronger partnerships. He expressed confidence that his tenure would further consolidate the longstanding friendship, cultural ties and cooperation between the two nations.

The meeting ended with renewed assurances of continued cooperation, mutual support and stronger bilateral relations between Nigeria and Egypt.

Abdullahi Mohammed
SA Media to the Honourable Minister of State for Works
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NNPC Ltd, Indonesia Strengthen Collaboration, Advance Energy Partnership

Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd., Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, today received an Indonesian delegation led by the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia, H.E. Mr. Arif Havas Oegroseno, in Abuja.
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The engagement focused on deepening Nigeria-Indonesia energy relations, with both parties expressing their commitment to build a comprehensive and mutually beneficial energy partnership.

The GCEO, who was represented by the Executive Vice President, Gas, Power and New Energy, Mr. Olalekan Ogunleye, highlighted investment opportunities across Nigeria’s integrated energy value chain, including upstream, gas, refining, downstream, power and renewable energy.

The Indonesian delegation expressed interest in securing long-term crude supply arrangements and investing in Nigerian oil and gas assets, including new blocks and existing producing and near-producing projects. Opportunities in shipping, logistics, technical training and capacity development were also discussed.
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