Air Force jet crashes in Niger

Air Force jet crashes in Niger

An Air Force jet has crashed near Karabonde, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. Two pilots reportedly escaped death.

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Lapai TV, a digital television network in Niger State, reported that the incident occurred on Saturday evening.

Onlookers viewing parts of the jet that crashed.

According to eyewitnesses, the two pilots successfully ejected before the aircraft went down and caught fire around 4:10 p.m.

“The jet landed close to town, and fortunately, the pilots ejected safely,” one eyewitness noted.

We will bring you more as events unfold.

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