By Ayodele Oni
The Nigerian Airforce has explained that it was an unmanned helicopter that lost control in Kaduna on Monday.
Director of Public Relations and Information of the NAF, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, in a statement says no helicopter crash occurred.
“Rather, a NAF unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) experienced a mishap after take-off for a mission, at a location near Rumji village, and about fifteen kilometers from base.”
The statement explained that since it is an unmanned vehicle, there was no casualties on board or on ground.
The statement pointed out that preliminary investigation has since commenced to ascertain what may have caused the mishap.
“The NAF frowns at the propensity to always rush to press in the name of ‘breaking news ‘ without hold of the complete facts”, the statement said.
It advised media outlets to avoid the attitude as it negates the principle of developmental journalism, balanced reporting and fairness.
The statement also advises Media practitioners to always seek clarification from authorized military outlets before rushing to the press.
