AVM H.B Abubakar bio, age, Chief of Air Staff, career, net worth
AVM H.B Abubakar biography, age, Chief of Air Staff, career, net worth.
AVM Hassan Bala Abubakar is a Nigerian military leader who functions as the Chief of Air Staff.
President Bola Tinubu appointed him to the role in June 2023, and he will take over from Isiaka Amao, who has occupied the position since 2021.
AVM H.B Abubakar Biography & Profile Overview
AVM Hassan Bala Abubakar was born in Shanono Local Government Area, Kano State, on September 11, 1970. He commenced his journey in the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) by enrolling in the Nigerian Defence Academy Regular Course 39 (NDA RC 39). He was commissioned as a Pilot Officer on September 19, 1992.
Name
Hassan Bala Abubakar
Age
53
Date of Birth
11/09/1970
Position
Chief of Air Staff (CAS)
Marital Status
Married
AVM H.B Abubakar Profession
During his distinguished career, Air Vice Marshal HASSAN BALA ABUBAKAR has occupied many important roles. He initiated his service as the Admin Officer of the 16 Engineering Wing, 1 Engineering Group at NAF Makurdi. Afterward, he was the Officer Commanding Admin Services Flight/Group Public Relations Officer at the 97 Special Operations Group in NAF Port Harcourt. He also led the Yellow Squadron at the Air Force Military School in Jos. Additionally, he functioned as the Admin Officer of the Primary Flying Training Wing at the 301 FTS NAF Kaduna and subsequently as the SO1 Admin at the same facility.
His career further developed with roles such as the Officer Commanding ‘B’ Squadron (Do 228) at the 81 Air Maritime Group in NAF Benin. He also acted as the Team Leader of the MILOB Team Site 615 Mahagi (Ituri Brigade) under MONUC. Moreover, he served as the Aviation Planning Officer at MONUC Air Operations in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. Significantly, he was the Commanding Officer of the Base Services Wing at the 81 Air Maritime Group in the Nigerian Air Force, Benin.
In addition, he undertook duties as the Operations Officer at the Operational Conversion Unit of the 88 Military Airlift Group in the Nigerian Air Force, Lagos. He continued as the Operations Officer at the 88 Military Airlift Group in Ikeja, Lagos. Later, he rose to the position of Commanding Officer of the 21 Wing at the 88 Military Airlift Group in Lagos. He also executed the responsibilities of Group Safety Officer at the 88 Military Airlift Group in Ikeja, Lagos. Moreover, he served as the Fleet Operation Officer of the 011 Presidential Air Fleet and subsequently rose to the Commander of the 011 Presidential Air Fleet.
As he advanced in his career, he held roles such as Chief of Staff at Mobility Command, Director of Policy at HQ NAF, Director of Operations at HQ NAF, and Air Officer Commanding of Logistics Command. He is currently serving as the Chief of Standards and Operations at HQ NAF.
AVM H.B Abubakar Distinctions
Throughout his admirable career, Air Vice Marshal HASSAN BALA ABUBAKAR has received numerous accolades and honors. Among the noteworthy are the Distinguished Service Star, Passed Staff Course (psc), Fellow Defence College, and a Master’s Degree in International Affairs. Additionally, he is a member of the National Institute of Management, Chartered Institute of Public Management, and Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals.
AVM H.B Abubakar Spouse & Children
Air Vice Marshal HB Abubakar is joyfully married and has offspring. During his free time, the senior officer enjoys piloting aircraft, reading, meditating, and staying in shape.
