The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has released the names of 25 people killed in a military plane crash that occurred in Igbokoda, Ondo State, on Monday. The victims included five crew members and 20 passengers who were on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos. According to the NAF, search-and-rescue operations were activated immediately after the accident, with relevant authorities and emergency agencies involved in efforts to locate and account for everyone on board.
The NAF confirmed that there were no survivors in the crash. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, expressed condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the victims. He described the crash as a deeply painful incident for the Nigerian Air Force and the country, while assuring the bereaved families of the Service’s full support during the period of mourning.
Aneke also ordered a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. The NAF said it would continue to provide timely and verified information as the investigation progresses. The Air Force urged the public to avoid speculation and the circulation of unverified reports, while appealing for respect for the privacy and dignity of the victims’ families.
A condolence register has been opened at the NAF Headquarters in Abuja for senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, heads of security agencies, and other sympathizers to pay their respects. The NAF released the names of the victims, which include Squadron Leader MI Aburime, Squadron Leader AP Man-Ugwueje, and Flight Lieutenant IS Bako, among others.
The victims also include Flight Lieutenant TL Lazarus, Flight Lieutenant M Akinloye, and Flying Officer IM Adeshina. The NAF listed the names of 20 passengers, including Mrs. Ezeh Nneka, Godstmine Tarabina, Joy Micheal, Sunday Micheal, Ukeme David, and Gideon Omotola. The incident has been met with widespread condolences from across the country.
The Nigerian Air Force has assured the public that it will provide full support to the families of the victims during this difficult period. The Service has also urged the public to be cautious and avoid spreading unverified information about the crash. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and the NAF has promised to release more information as it becomes available.
The crash has raised concerns about the safety of military aircraft in Nigeria. The incident is being investigated, and the NAF has promised to take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The names of the victims have been released to the public, and a condolence register has been opened for sympathizers to pay their respects.
Key points
- The Nigerian Air Force has released the names of 25 victims killed in a military plane crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State.
- The crash occurred on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos, and there were no survivors.
- A comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash has been ordered.
