Air Force Institute Gets New Commandant!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
The Nigerian Air Force has appointed Air Vice Marshal Adeniran Ademuwagun as the 14th Commandant of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna, marking a key leadership transition at the premier military academic institution.
What We Know:
- AVM Ademuwagun takes over from AVM Sani Rabe, who has been redeployed.
- The change of leadership was formalised during a brief handover ceremony at AFIT’s main auditorium.
- The new commandant pledged to sustain academic excellence and deepen research in aerospace technologies.
Quote:
“I am committed to advancing AFIT’s role in training, innovation, and national defence development.”
— AVM Adeniran Ademuwagun, Commandant, AFIT
Why It Matters:
- Reinforces AFIT’s strategic role in building indigenous technical capacity for the Nigerian Air Force.
- Signals continuity in training pilots, engineers, and defence professionals.
- May lead to new collaborations with local and international research institutions.
What to Watch:
- Policy or curriculum changes under the new commandant.
- Fresh projects in drone tech, avionics, or military-grade AI.
- – Expanded partnerships with defence and academic stakeholders.
Sources:
- Nigerian Air Force Press Release – Nov. 4, 2025
- AFIT Kaduna Handover Brief
- Defence Times Nigeria – “AFIT appoints new commandant”
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