NAF denies airstrike that killed civilians in Kaduna

• Edward Gabkwet, the NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, emphasized in a statement that the news alleging NAF aircraft accidentally causing casualties among civilians in Kaduna was false
  

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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) refuted claims of conducting any air operations in Kaduna State following reports of civilian casualties on Sunday.

Contrary to reports indicating over 30 casualties due to a purported military air operation, the NAF denied involvement, stating they hadn’t conducted any air operations within the state or its environs within the past 24 hours.

Edward Gabkwet, the NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, emphasized in a statement that the news alleging NAF aircraft accidentally causing casualties among civilians in Kaduna was false.

“Please be informed that the NAF has not carried out any air operations within Kaduna State and its environs in the last 24 hours.

“Also, note that the NAF is not the only organisation operating combat armed drones in the North western region of Nigeria.

“It is also important to ensure that due diligence is always exhausted by the media before going to press with unverified and unconfirmed reports.”