The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has directed the immediate constitution of a Board of inquiry to investigate its Alpha jet crashed, few kilometres from the Karabonde town in Borgu Local government Area of Niger State, Saturday.
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke said in a statement issued by NAF spokesman,
Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame said the crash occurred during post-inspection test flight emergency.
He commended the exceptional bravery and professionalism of its Alpha Jet pilots who safely ejected, following an in-flight emergency during a post-inspection functional check flight on Saturday 6 December 2025, at Nigerian Air Force Base Kainji.
“Shortly after take-off, the aircraft developed an emergency, prompting the pilots to act swiftly and with remarkable composure”, according to Aneke, who “praised the pilots for their courage, discipline and sound judgement, which prevented loss of life”.
He said the two yet-to-be named pilots who are currently undergoing routine medical evaluation, expertly manoeuvred the aircraft away from populated areas before executing a safe ejection.
“The Nigerian Air Force reassures the public of its unwavering commitment to stringent safety standards and operational excellence.
“The NAF remains dedicated to safeguarding its personnel while protecting the lives and property of citizens in line with its constitutional mandate”, the statement added.
