NAF, INEC Deepen Partnership to Strengthen Electoral Process
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to supporting Nigeria’s democratic process through strengthened collaboration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Aneke made the pledge on Monday during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of INEC, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, where he also congratulated him on his appointment in October 2025 and commended the Commission’s ongoing reforms aimed at improving transparency, inclusiveness, and operational efficiency in the electoral process.
The CAS noted that as Africa’s largest democracy, Nigeria’s democratic resilience depends largely on credible institutions such as INEC, whose mandate is central to enabling citizens freely exercise their sovereign right to elect their leaders.
Highlighting the longstanding partnership between the Nigerian Air Force and INEC, Aneke said the Service has remained a dependable partner in supporting electoral operations across the country.
He explained that the NAF has consistently provided strategic airlift support for the movement and distribution of sensitive and non-sensitive electoral materials, as well as the rapid deployment of electoral personnel to different parts of the country, particularly hard-to-reach locations.
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The CAS assured the Commission that arrangements were being made to provide aircraft to support INEC’s logistics requirements during future elections.
He also disclosed that the Air Force is positioning its Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance capabilities to enhance situational awareness during elections and stands ready to work with other security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, to safeguard INEC facilities, collation centres, and other critical electoral infrastructure.
According to him, the Nigerian Air Force remains fully prepared to deploy its capabilities to ensure a secure electoral environment through enhanced interagency coordination and joint preparatory engagements ahead of future elections.
Responding, INEC Chairman Amupitan expressed appreciation for the visit and commended the Nigerian Air Force for its longstanding support to the Commission, particularly in the areas of security and logistics.
He noted that the NAF’s airlift capabilities and operational support have continued to play a crucial role in ensuring the timely movement of electoral materials and personnel across the country, thereby contributing significantly to the successful conduct of elections.
Amupitan reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to sustaining strong collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force and other security agencies to further strengthen the credibility, transparency, and integrity of Nigeria’s electoral process.
By PRNigeria
