Reps committee pledges to prioritize funding for NAF personnel’s welfare, operational platforms.

The House of Representatives' Committee on Air Force has assured that it will prioritize budgetary allocation for personnel welfare and replacement of aging operational platforms to boost the Nigerian Air Force's (NAF) morale in fighting insecurity. 

The Chairman of the Committee, Kabiru Rurum, noting that oversight visit to Air Force bases revealed challenges hindering the NAF's effectiveness, including underfunding of critical operations and infrastructure, delayed capital releases, and poor welfare conditions.

The committee pointed out that inadequate accommodation for personnel and delayed payment of allowances have negatively affected morale, hence the need to address these challenges to enhance the NAF's operational efficiency and effectiveness.

The committee reiterated its commitment to strengthening Nigeria's air defense capabilities through robust legislative support. 

Rurum assured that the committee will work to address the identified challenges and improve the NAF's operational readiness, enabling it to effectively combat insecurity and safeguard the country's airspace.

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