One personnel member died, and an unidentified number of civilians were wounded in a clash that erupted between some civilians and personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in Kaduna.
NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa, confirmed this in a statement on Thursday.
He said the clash occurred on Wednesday, February 26, at Unguwan Gangare, Barakallahu, Kaduna State, but didn’t give details of what led to the clash.
According to the NAF spokesman, the wounded civilians had been conveyed to 461 NAF Hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment.
AVM Akinboyewa said the NAF had begun a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident, and any personnel found culpable would face the full weight of the law “in line with our commitment to justice and accountability.”
He said: “Additionally, we deeply regret the loss of a life and have reached out to the family of the deceased to express our condolences and assure them of a thorough investigation and justice.
“The NAF remains a highly disciplined and professional force committed to upholding the highest standards of conduct in all engagements.
“A full investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident is already underway. Any personnel found culpable will face the full weight of the law in line with our commitment to justice and accountability.”
The NAF spokesman urged the public to remain calm as the service works “diligently to ascertain the facts and ensure that appropriate actions are taken.”
