Equipment Protective Applications International Limited (Epail), a Nigerian defense contractor, has delivered 20 new light armored vehicles to the Nigerian Army. These vehicles were showcased during the 24th Combat Service Support Training Week at Abalti Barracks in Lagos. The handover ceremony, attended by officials including the representative of the Minister of Defense and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, featured the transfer of 20 Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs).
These IFVs are upgraded versions of the Mengshi CSK-131 Dong Feng light armored vehicle, originally developed by the Chinese company Dongfeng. The Nigerian authorities leased these vehicles for their capability to effectively detect and engage adversaries. Brigadier General Tukur Gusau highlighted the advanced capabilities of these vehicles at the event on May 8, 2024.