An Air Force helicopter belonging to the Nigerian Air Force crashed early Monday morning in Tami village, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Eyewitnesses reported the crash occurred around 5:00 am, causing significant alarm among residents.
The helicopter, on a routine operational flight, experienced technical difficulties that led to the crash.
Fortunately, the pilot effectively executed emergency protocols and survived.
Residents of Tami village quickly gathered at the crash site, offering assistance where possible and expressing relief that no lives were lost.
“We heard a loud noise and rushed to the scene. We were surprised and relieved to see the pilot alive,” said a local villager who witnessed the crash.
It was gathered that a team of military officers from the Nigerian Air Force swiftly arrived at the scene to secure the area and conduct an initial investigation.
They cordoned off the crash site to prevent unauthorized access and ensure villagers’ safety. Officers also started preliminary assessments to determine the cause of the crash, which remains unknown at this time.
However, an official statement is being expected from the NAF.
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