Air Forces comparison: 
Djibouti vs 
Nigeria
Nigeria's air force fields 164 active aircraft — 9.6:1 Djibouti's 17.
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Key figures as of 2026
| Djibouti | Nigeria | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Djibouti Air Force | Nigerian Air Force | |
| Active aircraft | 17 | 164 | 🇳🇬 9.6× |
| Aircraft on order | 0 | 75 | 🇳🇬 |
| Combat aircraft | 0 | 24 | 🇳🇬 |
| Combat share of fleet | 0.0 % | 14.6 % | 🇳🇬 |
| Aircraft types in service | 8 | 26 | 🇳🇬 3.2× |
| Main supplier | Ex-USSR · 35 % | Italy · 24 % |
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| Helicopters | 10 | 73 | 🇳🇬 7.3× |
| Transport aircraft | 7 | 20 | 🇳🇬 2.9× |
| Special-mission aircraft | 0 | 8 | 🇳🇬 |
| Trainers | 0 | 39 | 🇳🇬 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Djibouti or Nigeria?
Nigeria has more military aircraft with 164 active aircraft compared to Djibouti's 17, a difference of 147 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Djibouti or Nigeria?
Nigeria has more combat aircraft with 24 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Djibouti's 0.
Which country has more military helicopters, Djibouti or Nigeria?
Nigeria operates more military helicopters with 73 compared to Djibouti's 10.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Djibouti or Nigeria?
Nigeria has more transport aircraft with 20 compared to Djibouti's 7.
How do the Djibouti and Nigeria air forces compare in size?
Nigeria's air force is 2.9 times larger than Djibouti's in terms of total active aircraft (20 vs 7).
Which country has more aircraft on order, Djibouti or Nigeria?
Nigeria has 75 aircraft on order compared to Djibouti's 0.