Rita Odafe
A Nigerian Air Force helicopter crashed in the early hours of Monday in Tami village, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Witnesses reported the incident at around 5:00 am, causing concern among residents.
The helicopter, on a routine operational flight, encountered technical issues resulting in the crash. The pilot skillfully executed emergency procedures and survived the crash.
Eye witnesses mentioned the pilot emerged from the crash site with minor injuries.
Local villagers rushed to the scene, offering help and expressing relief at the pilot’s survival.
A team of military personnel from the Nigerian Air Force promptly arrived to secure the area and conduct a preliminary inquiry.
They sealed off the crash site for safety and investigative purposes. The cause of the crash is yet to be determined.
There has been no official statement from the Nigerian Air Force regarding the incident, but an investigation is expected to be initiated to uncover the reasons behind the accident.
