The Nigerian Airforce has debunked news making the rounds alleging that NAF aircraft accidentally killed innocent civilians in Kaduna State.
In a statement by Director of Public Relations and Information of the Force, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet says NAF did not conduct any air operations within Kaduna State and environs in the last 24 hours.
In the statement, NAF notes that it is not the only organization operating combat armed drones in North-western Nigeria.
”The news making the rounds alleging that Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft accidentally killed innocent civilians in Kaduna is false. Please be informed that the NAF has not carried out any air operations within Kaduna State and environs in the last 24 hours. Also, note that the NAF is not the only organization operating combat armed drones in the North western region of Nigeria.” The statement reads
It further stressed the need for the media to ensure that due diligence is always conducted before reporting unverified and unconfirmed news.
