Just In: Air Force’s Latest Spokesman Pick Will Leave You Speechless

Air Commodore Akinboyewa will take over from Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, who has been reassigned to the NAF’s Civil-Military Relations Branch as the Director of Coordination and Cooperation.

The statement emphasized that this strategic realignment is part of the NAF’s ongoing initiative to enhance its public and community engagement efforts while fostering a stronger and more effective connection with the public and stakeholders.

As the new spokesperson, Air Commodore Akinboyewa is expected to follow in the footsteps of his predecessor by managing NAF’s media relations, strategic communications, and information dissemination. His role will also involve building public perception, maintaining transparency, and bolstering trust and confidence in the NAF.

Air Commodore Akinboyewa is a graduate of the 43rd Regular Combatant Course of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA). He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and a Master’s Degree in Security and Strategic Studies from the NDA. Prior to this appointment, he served as the Commandant of the NAF’s Air Traffic Services Training Centre in Kaduna.