The Air Officer Commanding (AOC) Logistics Command, Nigerian Air Force, AVM Abubakar Suleh has charged personnel of the base to remain vigilant and ever-ready to confront and tackle insecurity in the society.
Suleh said this on Saturday during the base’s 2026 Second Quarter Route March which held in Lagos State from the base to the International Airport Road and back.
He said that the exercise was not merely a routine physical activity but a vital military tradition, designed to test endurance, build stamina and foster camaraderie.
“Beyond physical conditioning, this route march serves as a symbolic show of force, demonstrating our collective resilience, discipline and unwavering combat readiness to defend our nation.
“As personnel of Logistics Command, the operational efficiency of the entire Nigerian Air Force rests heavily on our ability to sustain operations, transport critical assets and provide steadfast support.
“This requires us to remain mentally sharp and physically fit at all times,” the AOC said.
Suleh commended the soldiers and personnel for their active participation and for their high level of discipline demonstrated throughout the exercise.
“Remember that our primary duty to the nation demands nothing less than absolute readiness and I urge you to maintain this standard level of fitness as well as fulfill your statutory responsibilities.
“I must also use this opportunity to remind you of your conduct both in and outside the barracks.
“Continue to be good ambassadors of the Nigerian Air Force by remaining law-abiding, vigilant, and dedicated to duty,” he said.
The AOC, urged his men to continue to work and function as a team in the spirit displayed during the route march.
“Let the teamwork and stamina displayed this morning refer you to your daily assignments because teamwork is very important.
“You cannot survive as an island, as a unit or alone.
“You need other units, you need your colleagues to work together as a group, as a team, for us to achieve the objectives of the Nigerian Air Force,” he said.
Suleh expressed his gratitude to the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke for his visionary leadership and continuous commitment to the welfare and operational capacity of the personnel.
