The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has graduated 114 airmen and airwomen from the Air Provost Special Investigation and other specialised courses at the Air Provost Training Centre (APTC), reinforcing its commitment to building a disciplined, professional and mission-ready force.
The combined graduation ceremony was held on Friday, July 17, 2026, at the APTC Multipurpose Hall.
Speaking at the event, the Guest of Honour and Air Officer Commanding Ground Training Command, Air Vice Marshal AG Kehinde, described the Air Provost Training Centre as a beacon of excellence, noting that within six years of its establishment, the institution has consistently produced highly skilled Air Provost and Legal personnel who have strengthened discipline, security and professionalism across the Nigerian Air Force.
He said the specialist courses align with one of the key enablers of the Chief of the Air Staff’s Command Philosophy, “Deliberate Training and Mission-Oriented Force Development,” which prioritises capacity building to address emerging security challenges.
According to him, the country’s evolving security environment demands personnel who demonstrate professionalism, integrity, discipline and adaptability in carrying out their responsibilities.
Air Vice Marshal Kehinde charged the graduating personnel to uphold the core values of the Nigerian Air Force, remain accountable in the discharge of their duties and ensure the prudent utilisation of Service resources.
He also commended the Air Provost Marshal, the Director of Legal Services, the Commandant, instructors and staff of the Air Provost Training Centre for their dedication and commitment to training.
The Air Officer Commanding assured them of the continued support of the Headquarters Nigerian Air Force in sustaining the Centre’s training programmes and enhancing its capacity to produce highly competent personnel capable of meeting the Service’s operational and security objectives.
The graduation underscored the Nigerian Air Force’s sustained investment in human capital development as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen internal discipline, legal administration and operational effectiveness in support of national security.
