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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has unveiled plans to establish Veterans’ Well-Being Centres nationwide to improve the welfare, security, and socio-economic empowerment of its veterans and their families.
The initiative forms part of the NAF’s renewed efforts to strengthen institutional support for former personnel.
Speaking on the development, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, represented by Air Vice Marshal Anthony Martins, said the service regards its veterans as critical assets whose sacrifices laid the foundation for its present achievements and future growth.
He said the proposed centres would provide comprehensive assistance and ensure that veterans receive the care and recognition they deserve.
The NAF is also launching a youth empowerment portal under the Chief of the Air Staff Youth Empowerment Programme, in alignment with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda for youth development.
The programme is open to dependants of serving, retired, and deceased NAF personnel. Applicants are required to upload a valid Personnel Occurrence Report (POR) to confirm affiliation with the Air Force family.
According to the service, the scheme comprises two major streams, including a fellowship programme for graduates. Beneficiaries will receive technical training, soft skills development, mentorship, and stipends.
“The scheme has two major streams, including a fellowship programme for graduates, where beneficiaries will receive technical training, soft skills, mentorship, and stipends,” he said.
The Air Force added that it is leveraging technology to improve records management and communication with veterans.
The proposed Veterans’ Well-Being Centres will function as one-stop hubs for welfare services, documentation, healthcare coordination, and social integration, reducing direct interface between veterans and service providers.
