As part of the activities commemorating its 61st anniversary, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Friday said it would hold a nationwide Open Day event, where members of the public would visit NAF bases across the country from 1 to 15 May 2025.
According to a statement Friday by NAF spokesperson Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the special initiative, themed “Come See Your Air Force,” aims to foster stronger civil-military relations and offer Nigerians a unique opportunity to witness the inner workings of their Air Force firsthand.
According to him, participating NAF units in Makurdi, Bauchi, Yenagoa, Kaduna, Enugu, Ikeja, Katsina, Maiduguri, Port Harcourt, Oshogbo, Minna, the Federal Capital Territory, Victoria Island, Yola, Benin, Kainji, Kano, and Jos will open their gates to welcome civilians from all walks of life on specific days to be announced by the different NAF units.
He said visitors can look forward to; guided tours of facilities, close-up inspections of aircraft and platforms, historical exhibitions including photo galleries and mini-museums and interactive sessions with NAF personnel.
Others are documentary screenings and engaging video displays, souvenir distribution to commemorate the experience and outreach programmes in schools, including career talks to inspire young Nigerians
He noted that these Open Day events serve as a key component of the broader anniversary celebrations set to hold officially from 13 to 20 May 2025.
Speaking on the significance of the initiative, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, highlighted the importance of public trust and engagement.
“This Open Day is a reflection of our commitment to transparency, national unity, and pride in service. We invite all Nigerians to come, see, and connect with their Air Force.”