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Police Drone. Photo: Nigerian Police
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Why We Banned Drone Operation in North East  — Military

 The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (AC OPHK) has banned drone operation also known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles across the North-East region, citing serious security concerns.

 

The Air Component Commander of AC OPHK, Air Commodore Umar Idris, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Maiduguri said this will affect comprising Borno, Yobe and Adamawa state.

He stated that the proliferation of drones for domestic and commercial purposes posed serious security risks in the region.

Idris noted increased use of drones by non-state actors and criminal elements for subversive activities, including attacks on military targetsand Critical National Infrastructure (CNI).

He added that “government agencies and private individuals have been observed operating drones without adherence to extant regulations,a situation that raised concerns over safety and security.”

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The commander recalled the interception of a passenger onboard an NGO flight from Maiduguri to Mongunoon Jan. 7, 2025, who was found with an unauthorised drone.

He said the drone was confiscated, and investigations are ongoing.

Idris stated that “the incident reveal a worrying trend of unauthorised drone operations, which, if left unchecked, could have detrimentalconsequences.”

He emphasised that AC OPHK is responsible for regulating all aerial platform operations in the region to ensure the safety and security of the airspace.

He further noted  that any breach of the ban, no matter how insignificant, would be treated with utmost seriousness.

The commander urged stakeholders, including government agencies, private individuals and Non-Governmental Organisations, to complywith the ban on drone operations in the region.

He explained that “this regulation is necessary to deconflict the airspace and maintain the safety and security of all operators in the North-East Theatre.

“The ban underscores ongoing efforts to secure the region from potential threats posed by unauthorised drone operations amidst the fight againstinsurgency.

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