Nigerian Air Force announces DSSC candidates, training starts April 18

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•The Nigerian Air Force released the list of successful DSSC candidates on April 5, 2026.
•Training for the selected candidates will start on April 18, 2026.
•The DSSC is a recruitment route for commissioning officers into the Nigerian Air Force.
•This intake is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the operational capacity of the Nigerian Air Force.

What Could Happen If...

▸Nigerian Air Force successfully completes training of DSSC candidates The Nigerian Air Force will strengthen its officer corps, improving its operational readiness and national security.

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🌍Nigeria

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🏛Nigerian Air Force

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AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)NAF announces successful DSSC candidates, training to commence April 18 AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Nigerian Air Force announces successful DSSC candidates, date for training

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the list of successful candidates for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC). Training for these candidates is scheduled to begin on April 18, 2026. This recruitment and training process is important for maintaining and strengthening Nigeria's air defense capabilities.