Nigerian Air force pilots survive Benue crash
Two military pilots onboard Nigerian Air force FT-7NI trainer aircraft survived the plane’s crash earlier on Friday afternoon, the Airforce said in a statement.
The statement issued by Airforce director of public relations and information, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, said the plane went down while on a routine training exercise in Makurdi, Benue state’s capital.
“Luckily, the two pilots onboard survived the crash after successfully ejecting from the aircraft. Additionally, there was no loss of lives or damage to any property around the area of impact,” Mr Gabkwet said.
“Both pilots are currently under observation at NAF Base Hospital Makurdi. Meanwhile, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has constituted a Board of Inquiry to determine the immediate and remote causes of the crash,” he added.
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
Heading 2
Customs, ABC strengthen trade ties
Ms Enwereji called for faster mechanisms to resolve outstanding challenges affecting businesses.
Economy
FG, states, local governments shared N2.3 trillion May 2026 revenue: FAAC
He further explained that total deductions for cost of collection amounted to N123.546 billion.
Heading 3
FG to establish GBV safe spaces in all 774 LGAs
She expressed concern over the increasing cases of GBV across the country.
Heading 2
World Cup: Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo
Portugal enjoyed more possession and created several chances in the first half.
NationWide
2026 AFNIS targets new investment, partnerships, says Alake
According to him, the 2026 AFNIS comes at a crucial moment in Africa’s history.
Education
YABATECH secures N80 million TETFund grants for innovative research projects
Mr Adams explained that the grants were awarded for innovative research projects.
