Nigerian Air Force Celebrates Annual BASA, Honours Veterans and Outstanding Personnel

By Muzammil Dalha Yola

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) hosted its annual Base Socio-cultural Activities (BASA) and Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Parley on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Air Force Base 455 Kano Command. The event aimed to celebrate achievements, recognize outstanding personnel, and honour veterans.

Group Captain Mustapha Sulaiman, Commander of Air Force Base 455 Kano, emphasized the significance of BASA in fostering camaraderie and recognizing contributions to the service. The event featured cultural performances from various groups across the country, showcasing Nigeria's rich diversity.

This year's BASA introduced a special package, CAS Parley, designed to engage veterans and address their challenges. Air Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar, Chief of Air Staff, directed that CAS Parley be conducted across all NAF units to ensure veterans' participation and recognition.

Special guests included Kano State Governor Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, represented by Air Commando Sani Abdullahi Zakaria, and Commander of Bukavu Barracks Kano Brigadier General A M. Tukur.

The event also honoured outstanding personnel with awards, including:

- Best Airman and Airwoman: WO Joseph C and ACW Augustine P (403 FTS), CPL Musa Y and LCPL Timitimi MP (455 BSG), WO Rufai HA and FS Kwashi SR (465 NAFH)

- Best Civilian: Mall Haladu Adamu (Male) and Mrs. Ita Elizabeth (Female)

- Leadership Awards: Sqn Ldr MT Bolori, Sqn Ldr A Wada, and MWO Shuaibu M

The Nigerian Air Force's commitment to recognizing and rewarding excellence was evident throughout the event. As the NAF continues to prioritize the welfare of its personnel and veterans, events like BASA serve as a testament to its dedication to service and community.

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