On Friday, a helicopter belonging to the Nigerian Air Force experienced a crash in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State.
In a statement, Edward Gabkwet, the NAF spokesman, verified the incident. He explained that the NAF MI-35P helicopter crashed at 7:45 a.m. just after commencing an operation against economic saboteurs in Rivers State.
Fortunately, all occupants survived the crash with only minor injuries. They are currently receiving medical attention at the NAF Medical Centre in Port Harcourt, as per Gabkwet.
“The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, is currently en route Port Harcourt to access the situation for himself, see to the wellbeing of the crew and give further directives,” the statement partly read.
