The Nigerian Airforce has debunked reports making the round that a helicopter had crashed in Kaduna earlier today.
A statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information of the NAF, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet says no helicopter crash occurred, rather, a NAF unmanned Aerial Vehicle experienced a mishap after take-off for a mission, at a location near Rumji village, and about fifteen kilometers from base.
The statement explains that since it is an unmanned vehicle, there was no casualties on board or on ground.
Gabkwet said, “a NAF Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) experienced a mishap after take-off for a mission, at a location near Rumji Village and about 15 Km from Base. Since it is an unmanned vehicle, there were no casualties on board or on the ground.
“A preliminary investigation has since commenced to ascertain what may have caused the mishap.
“Nigerians can rest assured that this minor setback will not, in any way, impinge on all ongoing operations.”
The statement points out that preliminary investigation has since commenced to ascertain what may have caused the mishap.
The NAF frowns at the propensity to always rush to press in the name of ‘breaking news ‘ without hold of the complete facts.
