Tuesday, October 6, 2026 -President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Nigerian Air Force, NAF, to immediately investigate the cause of the military aircraft crash in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State.
Recall that a total of 32 people were killed after a
Nigerian Air Force helicopter crashed in Igbokoda, the headquarters of Ilaje
Local Government Area of Ondo State.
The aircraft was reportedly on a routine mission from Benin
to Lagos when it crashed in the Igbokoda area.
The President’s directive was contained in a statement
issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on
Monday
Tinubu extended his deepest condolences to the families of
the 25 passengers and seven crew members involved in the crash, as well as the
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, and officers, airmen
and airwomen of the Nigerian Air Force.
“This is a painful moment for our Armed Forces and for the
entire nation. Our Air Force personnel put their lives on the line every day to
secure Nigeria. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten,” Tinubu said.
“The Chief of Air Staff has briefed me, and I have directed
the Nigerian Air Force to immediately commence a thorough investigation into
the cause of the crash to prevent future occurrences.
“I commend the Nigerian Air Force for activating an
immediate search and rescue operation following the accident.
“I pray for the repose of the souls of the gallant officers
and for Almighty God to grant their families and the Nigerian Air Force the
fortitude to bear the unfortunate loss.”
The President also commended the swift response of first
responders and the Ondo State Government at the crash site.
“I also commend the swift response of first responders and
the Ondo State Government at the crash site,” Tinubu said.
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