A military aircraft has crashed in Abuja, Daily Report Nigeria can confirm.
The crash reportedly took place in the morning of Sunday 21, 2021.
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Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, confirmed the incident in his official twitter handle.
He tweeted: “A military aircraft King Air 350 has just crashed short of our Abuja runway after reporting engine failure enroute Minna. It appears to be fatal.
“We should remain calm & wait for the outcome of investigation by the military, while we pray for the departed soul/souls if any.”
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About six persons were reportedly onboard the craft before it crashed moments after take off.
