A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Mi-17 Helicopter has suffered a mishap while undertaking a mission in the ongoing counterinsurgency operation in the North East.
A statement on Monday by Air Force spokesman Air Vice Marshal Olatokunbo Adesanya said the incident, which occurred today, 8 January 2018, resulted in significant damage to the helicopter.
He said there was no loss of lives as a result of the incident, adding that, The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, has directed the constitution of a board of inquiry to determine the exact cause of the incident, in line with global best practices.
He said the NAF continues to solicit the understanding and support of the general populace as it daily strives to ensure the security of Nigeria and Nigerians.
