The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on Thursday said its helicopter crashed in the process of landing in Enugu State.
A statement on NAF’s Official Twitter page, said that details of the incident which occurred after a routine flight on Thursday were still sketchy.
The terse statement reads:
“@NigAirForce Helicopter has crashed on landing in Enugu after a routine flight today. Fortunately, there were no fatalities or injuries to any crew member or persons on the ground.
“@CAS_AMSadique has directed that a Board of Inquiry be constituted to determine the causes of the accident.
“Nigeria Air Force continues to solicit the understanding & support of the general public as it daily strives to ensure the security of Nigeria and Nigerians.”
NAF Helicopter Suffers Mishap upon Landing in Enugu
(1/2) A @NigAirForce Helicopter has crashed on landing in Enugu after a routine flight today. Fortunately, there were no fatalities or injuries to any crew member or persons on the ground.
— AVM IO Daramola (@KunleDaramola3) November 14, 2019
(2/2) @CAS_AMSadique has directed that a Board of Inquiry be constituted to determine the causes of the accident. @NigAirForce continues to solicit the understanding & support of the general public as it daily strives to ensure the security of Nigeria and Nigerians. Details later
— AVM IO Daramola (@KunleDaramola3) November 14, 2019