•Scene of the crash
An Alfa Jet aircraft crashed a few kilometers from the Karabonde town in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.
The two pilots on board successfully ejected before the crash and were reported safe.
No casualties were recorded, and no houses or other properties were affected by the incident, reports Channels TV.
A source, who spoke to our correspondent on phone, confirmed that the crash occurred at about 4:10 p.m. near Karabonde town.
The Nigerian Air Force in a statement by its Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame detailed how it the incident happened.
NAF said the aircraft developed an emergency shortly after take-off.
It said the development prompted the “pilots to act swiftly and with remarkable composure.
“They expertly manoeuvred the aircraft away from populated areas before executing a safe ejection. The crew is currently undergoing routine medical evaluation.”
Meanwhile, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal SundayAneke, has praised the pilots for the “courage, discipline and sound judgement which prevented loss of life”.
NAF commended “the exceptional bravery and professionalism of its Alpha Jet pilots who safely ejected following an in-flight emergency during a post-inspection functional check flight today, 6 December 2025, at Nigerian Air Force Base Kainji”.
Air Marshal Aneke has directed the immediate constitution of a Board of Inquiry to investigate the incident.
The Nigerian Air Force reassured the public of its unwavering commitment to stringent safety standards and operational excellence. NAF said it remained dedicated to safeguarding its personnel while protecting the lives and property of citizens in line with its constitutional mandate.
