The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said that it has subjected its personnel to disciplinary action over the clash with personnel of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) in Warri, Delta State.
NAF spokesman, AVM Olusola Akinboyewa, stated this in a statement on Thursday while reacting to a viral video on social media showing an altercation between some NAF personnel and police officers in Warri, Delta State, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
The video shows NAF personnel preventing the Police from arresting a suspect.
He stated that the incident had been decisively addressed and called for calm.
He said: “The Commander of the concerned NAF unit has engaged with the relevant Police authorities in Delta State to resolve the matter with a view to enhancing inter-agency understanding.
“Moreover, the injured Police officers have received the necessary medical attention, while the NAF personnel involved are currently undergoing disciplinary procedures in accordance with military regulations.
“As a professional and disciplined force, the NAF remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of conduct and fostering harmonious relationships with sister agencies in the collective pursuit of national security and public safety. Accordingly, appropriate measures are being taken to prevent any recurrence of such incidents as recently witnessed in Warri, whilst the continued support and understanding of the public is highly appreciated.”
