Two fighter jets have crashed in Abuja. The crash occurred at Katampe in Abuja. The Nigerian air force has also confirmed the crash.
The Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ibikunle Daramola said the air crafts were rehearsing for the 58th Independence day celebration.
I wish to confirm that an air incident involving 2 Nigerian Air Force aircraft taking part in the rehearsals for the 58th Independence Day Celebrations occurred this morning in Abuja. Details will be communicated later. Thank you
IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Commodore
DOPRI— Nigerian Air Force (@NigAirForce) September 28, 2018
“I wish to confirm an air incident involving 2 Nigerian Air Force aircraft taking part in the rehearsals for the 58th Independence Day Celebrations. Thankfully no lives were lost. Details will be communicated later”, the Air-Force spokesperson said.
BREAKING: Nigerian Airforce Fighter Jet Crashes In Katampe, Abuja.
A Nigerian Airforce jet rehearsing for October 1 Independence Day celebration has crashed in the Katampe Hills area of Abuja. According to eyewitnesses, the pilots ejected themselves before crash.#NaijaVirals pic.twitter.com/bFbkCUTzdX
— Naija Virals (@NaijaVirals) September 28, 2018
