Nigerian Air Chief Anek Inducted into 2026 Honor Roll

On April 10, 2026, Air Marshal Sundai Kelvin Anek, the Chief of Air Staff of the Nigerian Air Force, was inducted into the 2026 International Honor Roll at Maxwell Air Force Base in Alabama, United States. This honor was conferred during a ceremony organized to recognize senior air force officers who have attended the Air War College and have risen to the pinnacle of their professional careers.

The event included the participation of 15 air chiefs and two Chief Master Sergeants from various countries. Air Marshal Anek, who attended the Air War College in 2016, was part of a formal induction ceremony that acknowledged his contributions as a distinguished global air power leader.

The Nigerian Air Force issued a statement regarding the honor, emphasizing the significance of military education and leadership among international air force leaders. Following the ceremony, Air Marshal Anek engaged in various heritage visits in Alabama, including the Governor's Mansion and the Alabama Supreme Court.