Nigerian Military is all praise for Pakistan Armed Forces for support in war on terrorism

Nigerian Military is all praise for Pakistan Armed Forces for support in war on terrorism

Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Nadeem Raza, who is onofficial visit to Nigeria, called on Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari,said ISPR in a statement.

Chairman JCSC also had separate meetings with Major General Bashir SalihiMagashi (Retd), Defence Minister, General Leo Irabor, Chief of DefenceStaff and Chiefs of the Tri-Services.

Matters of bilateral military cooperation including security,counter-terrorism and prevailing regional environment were discussed duringthe meetings.

President conveyed his feelings of high esteem for Pakistan Armed Forces.He specially thanked Pakistan and its Armed Forces for their consistentsupport to Nigeria in its war against terrorism.

Chairman JCSC also reiterated that Pakistan is keen to expand its existingbilateral military to military cooperation with Nigeria.

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Nigerian military and political leadership unanimously conveyed completesatisfaction on the performance of newly inducted JF-17 fighter aircraftfrom Pakistan.

They also mentioned that the JF-17 aircraft, with its unique fightingcapabilities, would prove to be a potent platform in addressing thesecurity requirements of Nigeria.

Earlier upon arrival Nigerian Defence Headquarters, Chairman JCSC waspresented Guard of Honour by a smartly turned out contingent of NigerianArmed Forces.