The fighter aircraft acquired by the Nigerian Army is expected to arrive in the country today, Thursday.
The exact number of arriving aircraft is not yet known, but the group is the first of its kind expected in the country.
In a notice sent to newsmen on Thursday from the Headquarters, the Chief of Army Staff would immediately inaugurate the aircraft for operational use.
Lagbaja had in September 2023, disclosed that the Federal Government approved the purchase of 12 MD 530F Cayuse Attack Helicopters for the service.
According to him, the procurement of this fighter aircraft would help improve the operational capabilities of the Nigerian Army to curb the insecurity ravaging the country.
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