Nigerian drones may have limited impact in conflicts

Significance

These form part of a broader procurement effort to secure a variety of drones for both surveillance and strike capabilities aimed at upgrading Nigeria’s military capabilities and improving counter-insurgency efforts. In recent years, the military has purchased drones from a variety of international suppliers, including China, Israel, Turkey and the UAE.

Impacts

• The adoption and integration of these systems will require changes in security doctrine.
• The military may seek to acquire Israeli kamikaze drones.
• Drones may play an increasing role in naval efforts against piracy and oil theft.