**Kaduna, July 1, 2024** – A Nigerian Air Force helicopter crashed early Monday morning in Tami village, located in the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The incident occurred at approximately 5:00 am, causing significant alarm among residents.
According to eyewitnesses, the helicopter, which was on a routine operational flight, experienced technical difficulties that led to the crash. Fortunately, the pilot successfully executed emergency protocols, ensuring his survival. Eyewitnesses reported that the pilot emerged from the wreckage largely unscathed.
“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.
Residents of Tami village quickly gathered at the crash site, offering assistance and expressing relief that no lives were lost. A team of military officers from the Nigerian Air Force arrived swiftly to secure the area and conduct an initial investigation. They cordoned off the crash site to prevent unauthorized access and ensure the villagers’ safety. The officers also began preliminary assessments to determine the cause of the crash, which remains unknown at this time.
As of the time of filing this report, the Nigerian Air Force has not released an official statement regarding the incident, but an investigation is expected to be launched to ascertain the factors leading to the crash.
