Missing NAF Alpha-Jet loses radar contact

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By Tobias Lengnan Dapam

A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Alpha-Jet has lost contact with radar in Borno State, while on interdiction mission in support of ground troops.

NAF stated this in a statement yesterday by Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, Director of Public Relations and Information.

It said the mission was part of the ongoing counterinsurgency operations in the North East. “The loss of radar contact occurred at about 5:08 pm on 31 March 2021.“

“Details of the whereabout of the aircraft or likely cause of contact loss are still sketchy but will be relayed to the general public as soon as they become clear. Meanwhile, search and rescue efforts are ongoing.”

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