Abuja:
Seven folks on board a military aircraft died in a crash Sunday close to Nigeria’s capital Abuja, the country’s airforce spokesman mentioned.
The result in of the accident is nonetheless unknown but officials mentioned the pilot had reported an engine failure.
“A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Beechcraft KingAir B350i aircraft crashed while returning to the Abuja Airport after reporting engine failure,” spokesman Ibikunle Daramola mentioned in a statement.
“Sadly, all 7 personnel on board died in the crash,” he added.
Video posted to social media showed water cannon getting used to extinguish the flames at the scene, whilst a substantial quantity of onlookers crowded about.
The airforce mentioned an investigation into the accident was underway.
Nigeria’s minister of aviation Sirika Hadi also confirmed the accident.
“We should remain calm & wait for the outcome of investigation by the military,” Hadi mentioned in a Tweet.
The plane was heading to Minna, the capital of nearby Niger state.
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