Defence Headquarters Hosts US Air War College Participants, Emphasizes Collaboration

Defence Headquarters Hosts US Air War College Participants, Emphasizes Collaboration

In a significant diplomatic and military engagement, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) played host to participants from the United States of America Air War College at the Armed Forces Complex in Abuja on February 27, 2024.

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, represented by the Deputy Director of Plans at the DHQ, Brigadier General Ismail Oloyede, warmly welcomed the American delegation on their study tour of the DHQ.

General Oloyede assured the participants of a memorable stay in Nigeria and expressed gratitude to the United States Government for the sale of Super Tucano aircraft to Nigeria. He highlighted the positive impact of these combat platforms in the ongoing fight against terrorism and insurgency, emphasizing the need for enhanced information and intelligence sharing between the two nations to address security challenges effectively.

Colonel John Gunter, the Leader of the US Air War College participants, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and hospitality extended by the CDS and the DHQ. He clarified that “our visit is not only to discuss military operations and challenges in Nigeria but also to understand global issues,” he said, assuring the DHQ of the United States’ commitment to supporting and partnering with Nigeria in intelligence sharing and overall security. He stressed the importance of collaborative efforts between the two nations for global peace.

The occasion included a comprehensive briefing on the history, organization, and roles of the DHQ, followed by an interactive session. Souvenirs were exchanged, and a group photograph captured the moment, symbolizing the camaraderie between the participants and senior officers of the DHQ.

Defence Headquarters Hosts US Air War College Participants, Emphasizes Collaboration