Murtala Muhammed: Why there are no heroes amongst Nigerian generals

Murtala Muhammed: Why there are no heroes amongst Nigerian generals

“In truth, no Nigerian civil war general deserves to be a hero. They created the problems and demons the nation is presently confronted with... Their irresponsibility, tribal bigotry, opportunism and general indiscipline pushed the nation into crisis.”

The question is often asked; why is Nigeria so defined by injustice/impunity and why has she failed in spite of human and natural resources that would make other nations first world countries? The answer lies in the prevalent ethos and values in the society. 

All you need to know about the Nigerian Air Force: History, Command Structure, past and present Service Chiefs

All you need to know about the Nigerian Air Force: History, Command Structure, past and present Service Chiefs

History

According to Nigerian Air Force (NAF) sources, the idea of establishing an air force in Nigeria was first mooted in 1961 following the country's participation in peace-keeping operations in Congo and Tanganyika (now Tanzania). During these peace-keeping operations, foreign air forces aircraft were employed to airlift the Nigerian Army Regiment to and from the theatres of operation. The then Nigerian Government recognising the urgent need to establish an air force, in 1962, agreed in principle that the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) be established.