The Nigerian Air Force has said that its Alpha Jet pilots safely ejected following an in-flight emergency during a post-inspection functional check flight on Saturday, at the NAF Base, Kainji.
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The Service also revealed that the crew is currently undergoing routine medical evaluation.
Director of Public Relations and Information of the Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, noted in a statement that the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has ordered the immediate constitution of a Board of Inquiry to investigate the incident.
“The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) commends 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 today, 6 December 2025, at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Kainji.
“Shortly after take-off, the aircraft developed an emergency, prompting the pilots to act swiftly and with remarkable composure. They expertly manoeuvred the aircraft away from populated areas before executing a safe ejection. The crew is currently undergoing routine medical evaluation.
“The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has praised the pilots for their courage, discipline, and sound judgement, which prevented loss of life.
He has also directed the immediate constitution of a Board of Inquiry to investigate the incident.”
Ejodame said that the Nigerian Air Force reassures the public of its unwavering commitment to stringent safety standards and operational excellence.
The incident occurred near Karabonde in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, where the Alpha Jet reportedly crashed. Niger State-based digital television network Lapai TV confirmed that both pilots survived and shared a one-minute video on its official Facebook page with the caption: “Two Nigerian Air Force Pilots Reportedly Survive Alpha Jet Crash Close to Karabonde, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.” Local sources corroborated that the pilots ejected safely before the aircraft went down.
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Ejodame reassured the public of the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to stringent safety standards and operational excellence, emphasizing the Service’s dedication to safeguarding personnel while protecting the lives and property of citizens in line with its constitutional mandate.
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