Echoes Over the Swamp: Mourning and Inquiry in Ondo

Samuel Chimezie Okechukwu (Great Nigeria - Story Teller)

10/06/2026

DEEP DIVE | October 06, 2026

The pre‑dawn hush over Igbokoda was shattered not by gunfire but by the sudden, hollow thud of metal meeting marsh, a sound that local firewood hawker Dayo Akinte first mistook for distant thunder before realizing it was the death cry of an ATR‑42 plunging into the swampy outskirts of a naval base. Witnesses described a nose‑down trajectory, the aircraft disappearing into a murky expanse where no flame erupted, only a chilling silence that settled over the riverine community as rescue boats scrambled through reeds and mud. According to Channels Television, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa confirmed he received word of the crash at approximately 10:30 a.m., hours after the impact that occurred shortly after 9:00 a.m. GMT, and lamented that despite an exhaustive search by residents, navy personnel, Amotekun volunteers and local officials, no survivor had been located. The Nigerian Air Force later confirmed that the aircraft carried twenty‑five passengers and seven crew members, all presumed dead, a toll that Premium Times highlighted as the full complement of souls aboard the routine flight from Benin City to Lagos. Vanguard News reported that President Bola Tinubu, speaking through spokesman Bayo Onanuga, extended his deepest condolences to the families of the thirty‑two victims, to the Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, and to the entire service, framing the loss as a painful moment for the nation’s armed forces.

As the swamp yielded only debris and sorrow, the incident began to reverberate far beyond the immediate wreckage, touching on questions of safety, accountability and the fragile bonds between the military and the communities that live beneath its flight paths.

The Political Resonance: Condolences Versus Calls for Accountability

In the immediate aftermath, the political arena became a stage for both solemn tribute and pointed scrutiny, as President Tinubu’s statement, carried by outlets such as Premium Times and Vanguard News, balanced expressions of grief with a directive for a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash, a move that analysts noted was designed to preempt criticism while demonstrating command responsibility. The Peoples Democratic Party, through its Ondo chapter, echoed the president’s sympathy in a statement reported by Punch Nigeria, emphasizing solidarity with the bereaved families and urging swift transparency from the Nigerian Air Force, a stance that underscored the opposition’s attempt to appear compassionate without overtly politicizing the tragedy. Governor Aiyedatiwa, speaking on Channels Television, not only confirmed the absence of survivors but also highlighted the coordinated response of naval forces, local security outfits and community volunteers, a detail that served to showcase state‑level crisis management even as questions lingered about the adequacy of preventive measures. Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo, whose earlier post on X identified the crash site’s proximity to a naval base, added a technical layer to the political discourse by confirming the aircraft type as an ATR‑42, a twin‑engine turboprop capable of carrying thirty to fifty passengers, thus focusing attention on airworthiness rather than mere circumstance.

Observers pointed out that the president’s pledge to “continue their vital role in securing our nation” was accompanied by an implicit acknowledgment that the Air Force’s operational tempo, especially on routine routes linking commercial hubs, might benefit from heightened oversight, a nuance that could shape future defense budget deliberations.

The Social Fabric: Grief in Riverine Communities

Beyond the official statements, the crash seeped into the daily rhythms of Igbokoda’s inhabitants, whose livelihoods are intertwined with the creeks, mangroves and seasonal fishing patterns that define Ilaje’s oil‑rich yet environmentally fragile landscape. Dayo Akinte, the thirty‑nine‑year‑old firewood hawker whose testimony was relayed by AFP and featured in Channels Television, recounted how she initially thought the roar was a storm, only to later learn from a fisherman who raised the alarm that a military jet had vanished into the swamp, a revelation that turned a routine morning into a communal vigil. Local residents, many of whom earn modest wages from trading timber or selling catch, described gathering along the riverbank with makeshift torches, their faces illuminated by the flickering light as they peered into the dark water, hoping against hope for a sign of life, a scene that Vanguard News captured in its photographic spread of the search effort. The absence of fire, noted by both the governor and eyewitnesses, meant that the wreckage lay submerged, complicating recovery and amplifying the sense of helplessness that settled over households already wary of the region’s periodic environmental hazards, from oil spills to flooding. Community leaders, speaking anonymously to Peoples Gazette, expressed concern that the incident would deepen existing anxieties about military presence in civilian areas, particularly given the proximity of the naval base to residential quarters and market zones, a tension that could influence future civil‑military dialogue.

Cultural observers noted that in Ilaje tradition, water is both a source of sustenance and a conduit for ancestral spirits, making the sudden, silent disappearance of men and women aboard a state aircraft a symbolically resonant event that prompted impromptu prayers and rites along the shoreline, as reported by the Nigerian Tribune’s coverage of grassroots reactions.

The Technological Crossroads: Aircraft Safety and Investigation

The technical dimensions of the tragedy quickly became a focal point for aviation experts and defense analysts, who began dissecting the ATR‑42’s service history, maintenance logs and operational parameters in an effort to ascertain whether mechanical failure, human error or environmental factors precipitated the nose‑dive into the swamp. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), whose offer to support the Air Force probe was reported by the Nigerian Tribune, confirmed receipt of the accident notice and signaled its readiness to deploy investigators equipped with flight data recorder analysis, wreckage examination and environmental assessment tools, a process that could span weeks or months depending on the accessibility of submerged components. Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo’s earlier clarification that the aircraft was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos, a route frequently used for logistical transfers between southern military hubs, drew attention to the stresses placed on aging turboprop fleets that often shuttle personnel and materiel across Nigeria’s challenging terrain. Industry analysts, speaking on condition of anonymity to Premium Times, observed that the ATR‑42, while lauded for its ruggedness and short‑field capability, typically undergoes rigorous inspection cycles after every 500 flight hours, and any deviation from those schedules could increase susceptibility to fatigue‑related failures, especially in the humid, saline‑laden atmosphere of the Niger Delta.

Historical context added weight to the inquiry; records cited by Vanguard News showed that the Nigerian Air Force has experienced a handful of similar incidents over the past decade, though none involving an ATR‑42, prompting questions about whether the fleet’s maintenance culture has kept pace with its expanding operational remit. Experts further noted that the absence of post‑impact fire suggested a relatively low‑energy impact, possibly indicating a stall or loss of control rather than an explosion, a detail that could steer investigators toward examining pilot inputs, avionics performance or external factors such as wind shear over the swampy terrain.

Future Implications: A Blueprint for Reform or a Band‑Aid on Systemic Gaps?

As the nation mourns, the crash also opens a policy window through which reformers may push for substantive changes in defense procurement, safety oversight and civil‑military coordination, though skeptics warn that without sustained political will, the response may remain a superficial band‑aid on deeper systemic gaps. Defense policy analysts, quoted generically by multiple outlets, have suggested that the incident could catalyze a review of the Air Force’s transport fleet allocation, noting that the ATR‑42 constitutes roughly forty percent of its tactical lift capacity and that recapitalizing with newer, more resilient platforms might reduce reliance on airframes approaching the end of their service life. Financial observers pointed out that Nigeria’s defense budget for the fiscal year 2026‑2027 stands at approximately 1.5 trillion naira, of which roughly twelve percent is earmarked for aircraft maintenance and upgrades, a figure that some argue is insufficient to sustain a fleet operating under the demanding conditions of coastal and inland routes. The involvement of the NSIB, praised by the Nigerian Tribune as a step toward independent accident investigation, could set a precedent for greater transparency, yet experts caution that the bureau’s effectiveness hinges on securing adequate funding, technical expertise and insulation from command influence—a balance that has historically been elusive in Nigeria’s security sector.

Community leaders in Ondo, echoing sentiments expressed in Punch Nigeria, have called for the establishment of formal liaison mechanisms between military bases and local governments, arguing that timely information sharing and joint emergency drills could mitigate the human toll of future accidents, a proposal that aligns with the president’s commendation of swift first‑responder action but extends it into institutionalized cooperation. Looking ahead, the tragedy may serve as a somber catalyst for a comprehensive safety overhaul that blends technological modernization, rigorous procedural audits and genuine community engagement, ensuring that the lives lost over the swamp are not merely memorialized but translated into concrete safeguards for those who continue to serve and those who live beneath the flight paths of the nation’s guardians.

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Sources & References

PDP mourns victims of NAF aircraft crash in Ondo - Punch Nigeria
No survivors yet in Ondo military helicopter crash, says Gov. Aiyedatiwa - Peoples Gazette
Tinubu Orders Investigation Into NAF Jet Crash In Ondo - TVC News
Ondo Plane Crash: No Survivor Found Yet, Says Aiyedatiwa - Channels TV
Tinubu mourns airforce officers in Ondo jet crash, orders probe - Peoples Gazette
Tinubu Mourns Victims Of Military Aircraft Crash, Orders Probe Into Incident - Channels TV
President Tinubu mourns NAF personnel in Ondo jet crash, orders thorough investigation of mishap - PM News Nigeria
Tinubu mourns NAF personnel in Ondo jet crash, orders thorough investigation - Vanguard News
Nigerian Aircraft Crash: All 32 passengers, crew believed dead, Tinubu mourns - Premium Times
Crashed aircraft: NSIB offers to support Air Force investigation - Nigerian Tribune

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Oct 18

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Update: NAF To Assess Environmental Impact Of Military Plane Crash In Ondo

According to TVC News: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has assured residents of Igbokoda, Ondo State, of engagement with environmental and public health authorities over concerns about an offensive odour and possible environmental impact following the aircraft accident in the area. The Air Force said the assessment would be carried out after the completion of ongoing search and recovery […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/naf-to-assess-environmental-impact-of-military-plane-crash-in-ondo/">NAF To Assess Environmental Impact Of Military Plane Crash In Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: STAKEHOLDERS in the aviation industry under the Institute of Nigerian Aeronautical Engineers (INAE) have called for a thorough and timely investigation into the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR-42 aircraft crash at Igbokoda, Ondo State, which claimed 25 lives on October 5. The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/aviation-stakeholders-demand-probe-into-naf-atr-42-crash-call-for-safety-review/">Aviation stakeholders demand probe into NAF ATR-42 crash, call for safety review</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Channels TV: The development followed complaints from Igbokoda residents about the strong stench emanating from the river where the aircraft crashed last week. The post <a href="https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/15/naf-assures-igbokoda-community-of-engagement-on-environmental-concerns-after-aircraft-accident/">NAF Assures Igbokoda Community Of Engagement On Environmental Concerns After Aircraft Accident</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.channelstv.com">Channels Television</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Nigerian Air Force has recovered more components from its aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, as multi-agency search operations continue. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-crash-naf-recovers-more-aircraft-components/ According to PM News Nigeria: The Air Force also began searching for the flight data recorder and cockpit voice recorder, commonly referred to as the black boxes. These devices can provide important evidence about the aircraft’s performance, system parameters and cockpit communications before the crash. According to PM News Nigeria: The government also ordered the distribution of nose masks and other essential health kits to residents following complaints about the strong stench emanating from the river. According to Nigerian Tribune: The leadership of House of Representatives has mandated e joint Committees on Air Force and Aviation to investigate the The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/reps-to-conduct-comprehensive-air-worthiness-of-naf-aircraft-probe-ondo-crash/">Reps to conduct comprehensive air worthiness of NAF aircraft, probe Ondo crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Arise News: Ondo State orders river fumigation and emergency health measures after residents report foul odours and floating human remains near NAF crash site. According to Arise News: Igbokoda monarch warns decomposing crash victims may be polluting the community’s drinking-water source, urging urgent cleanup and environmental remediation. According to Nairametrics: Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has extended its condolences to the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the families of those who lost their lives in the NAF 931 aircraft crash, following a condolence visit by the Bank’s Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Oliver Alawuba, to the Chief of the Air Staff, […] The post <a href="https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/14/uba-commiserates-with-nigerian-air-force-over-naf-931-aircraft-crash/">UBA Commiserates with Nigerian Air Force over NAF 931 Aircraft Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://nairametrics.com">Nairametrics</a>. According to Vanguard News: The NAF said, "Working tirelessly, day and night, the multi-agency teams are maintaining sustained efforts, and supported by hydrographic surveys, satellite-based search-and-rescue imagery." The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/naf-navy-nsib-divers-recover-more-aircraft-parts-in-ondo/">NAF, Navy, NSIB divers recover more aircraft parts in Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Channels TV: Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State also directed the ministries of environment and health to provide nose masks and other essential health kits to residents to protect them from potential health hazards. The post <a href="https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/14/naf-air-crash-ondo-orders-fumigation-of-igbokoda-river-to-avert-outbreak-of-diseases/">NAF Air Crash: Aiyedatiwa Orders Fumigation Of Igbokoda River To Avert Outbreak Of Diseases</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.channelstv.com">Channels Television</a>. According to Vanguard News: "We are appealing to government to remove the remaining bodies and debris, contain fuel spillage and carry out full environmental remediation" The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/naf-plane-crash-igbokoda-residents-lament-stench-fear-disease-outbreak-as-body-parts-float/">NAF Plane Crash: Igbokoda residents lament stench, fear disease outbreak, as body parts float </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>.

Oct 16

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Ondo Government Orders River Fumigation and Emergency Water Supply After Crash

In the aftermath of the crash, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa directed the Ministries of Environment and Health to commence extensive fumigation of the river at Igbokoda, citing complaints of offensive odour and fears of pollution. Premium Times Nigeria reported that the governor also ordered the distribution of emergency water supplies to affected communities. The Nigerian Tribune added that health kits are being handed out to residents as a precautionary measure, while Vanguard News noted that the fumigation exercise aims to mitigate any potential biological hazards stemming from the wreckage.

Oct 16

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Multi‑Agency Divers Recover Additional Wreckage from Igbokoda Crash Site

Search and recovery teams have pulled further components from the wreckage of the ATR 42‑500 aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State. TVC News reported that Nigerian Navy divers, working alongside the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) and NAF specialists, retrieved additional airframe parts from the riverbed. Leadership Newspaper and the Peoples Gazette echoed the update, noting that the recovery operation is ongoing as specialists seek to reconstruct the aircraft’s final moments. Punch Nigeria and the ICIR also confirmed that more wreckage has been brought to the surface, bolstering the investigative board’s evidence base.

Oct 16

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NAF Constitutes 12‑Member Investigation Board to Probe Ondo Crash

The Nigerian Air Force has inaugurated a 12‑member Aircraft Accident Investigation Board to examine the circumstances surrounding the Igbokoda crash. According to Premium Times Nigeria, via Google News, the board is chaired by Air Vice Marshal FO Ankeli, while Air Vice Marshal EOE Ebiowe, who heads the Investigation and Recovery Team, will coordinate the broader response. PM News Nigeria added that the board includes senior officers from flight safety, engineering, and medical services, underscoring the NAF’s commitment to a transparent and thorough inquiry.

Oct 16

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President Tinubu Leads National Mourning as NAF Jet Crash Claims 25 Lives

A Nigerian Air Force jet crashed in Ondo State on October 13, 2026, killing 25 people and marking the tenth such accident since 2021, according to Punch Nigeria. The loss prompted President Bola Tinubu to issue a statement of condolence, describing the victims as "heroes who served the nation" and pledging a full inquiry into the cause of the crash. In a show of solidarity, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Group Chairman Tony Elumelu visited the Air Force headquarters, expressing the bank’s sympathy with the bereaved families and the military establishment, as reported by PM News Nigeria.

Oct 15

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Update: NAF air crash: Igbokoda residents alert over health risks, demand environmental clean-up

According to Blueprint Newspapers: Residents of Igbokoda in Ilaje local government area of Ondo state, Tuesday, raised the alarm over environmental and public health risks following a foul odor <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/naf-air-crash-igbokoda-residents-alert-over-health-risks-demand-environmental-clean-up/" title="NAF air crash: Igbokoda residents alert over health risks, demand environmental clean-up">[...]</a> According to Punch Nigeria: The House of Representatives has called for an independent probe into the Nigerian Air Force plane crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, and an audit of military Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-air-crash-reps-demand-independent-probe-aircraft-audit/ According to Punch Nigeria: The Nigerian Air Force has constituted a 12-member board to investigate the fatal crash of its ATR 42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-sets-up-12-member-board-to-probe-ondo-air-crash/ According to TVC News: The Senate has called for a comprehensive audit of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft fleet to establish the airworthiness of its platforms and prevent further military aviation accidents. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/senate-demands-naf-fleet-audit-after-fatal-ondo-aircraft-crash/">Senate Demands NAF Fleet Audit After Fatal Ondo Aircraft Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Leadership Newspaper: The senate has called for a comprehensive audit of the serviceability and airworthiness of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft following a crash involving an Air Force ATR-42 aircraft near the Naval Base in Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, on October 5, 2026. The crash reportedly claimed 32 lives. The call […] According to Premium Times: <img alt="Nigerian Aircraft, ATR-42 aircraft nAF" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="426" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/images-28.jpg?fit=720%2C426&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="720" />The House mandated its committees on Air Force, Aviation and Defence to investigate the fatal military aircraft crash in Ondo State, following concerns about aircraft safety, maintenance and funding. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/916776-naf-air-crash-reps-seek-independent-probe-audit-of-military-aircraft-after-fatal-crash.html">NAF Air Crash: Reps seek independent probe, audit of military aircraft after fatal crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to Vanguard News: The Senate then directed the leadership of the Nigerian Air Force to make available to it through the relevant Senate committee the budgetary provisions for the maintenance of the aircraft and to establish the amount provided and whether it was sufficient to prevent the incident, as such provisions were made. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/senate-probes-ondo-aircraft-crash/">Senate probes Ondo aircraft crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Daily Trust: Qatar’s Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, has sent a message of condolence to President Bola Tinubu over the deaths of passengers and crew members in a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Ondo State. The Deputy Amir, Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, and the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin […] According to Channels TV: The resolution followed a motion sponsored by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Air Force, Sen. Osita Ngwu, who raised concerns over recurring military aircraft accidents and the need to strengthen aviation safety. The post <a href="https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/13/naf-plane-crash-senate-to-probe-air-force-aircraft-maintenance/">NAF Plane Crash: Senate, Reps To Probe Air Force Aircraft Maintenance</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.channelstv.com">Channels Television</a>. 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Oct 14

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Update: NAF crashes: Beyond condolences

According to Daily Trust: On Monday, October 5, 2026, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) suffered another air mishap in a series of crashes recorded in recent years. The NAF ATR-42 aircraft, used for surveillance, maritime operations and limited transport, crashed in a swampy area near the Naval Base in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. NAF spokesman, […] According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMizgFBVV95cUxQSXJQYWlXVU5icVYxVUpzU1JiQ1pTNFNGNUxDcmZWRmp0dmU1RFZxOHVISzNLNE16MHYyNVVTaWVvM3VMdl91N3JVaHdwV0RicktFd1MxLTE1a3o3MW50dlV2WThVVXhFN0Z2SHE3S1M1SlVieWpnWTU1RWpCQVZBUks3UUNuWGFjc3FWeFNiWlhQNnNGR1EzUklkemFxd1M2QmVROVZhRWdORl9BeTl5dk9vaXFUU1VydWFKZVNUcjhEd2ZXMXhnSDJzOGdYZw?oc=5" target="_blank">Aircraft crash: Engineers seek comprehensive review of military flight safety</a>  The Guardian Nigeria News</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwwFBVV95cUxQVzNMN1ZmWjhLV0hnSE9idDV1dkpYWmktYTZlc3dlS3dIX1UyZGw3U0NZWjdKZGlLRmN4SXJBVFg2a3lqNFJkVUN3Zm5kX1FWTUYtSmk5X0JsZlhzb0ctamZKSnVjRFNGVUJ1cEx0bTEzUVlRbUI2MWZtLWhOMzhaNFppTnhpWWRhSUpWSFktOU5EZERnNGVWZzI2akMtaGgwU0RNRWg5eVV1Rmk2WE1Bbms3MTVRdkVIbEVhb21EdG44cnM?oc=5" target="_blank">Untold story of Igbokoda crash: A hidden crisis in Nigeria’s forgotten coast</a>  The Guardian Nigeria News</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwgFBVV95cUxPendTU2VVWTVwc2ZtZURaOVBfX2xoSzVLQ1hCejlET1lkWGphZE1DRU1NN3l5MVE2dU5HNmcwSVJ5ZWx0ZnNaWGJ4X3oxdUNKSnNSY2Z5el9HQ1hkcDlPeHBOdzhSbmotWVVRTHpwV1o3NWNXa0dwQUd6Tjl5SFBXZWRfa09xUFQ1WjR5UVI2eEpQSFdmaFkzUlFjYUNWbTlBMFFLZHJrWUtDeFY2dTJwVmdqcHlOQ0ZFYll1Qy1JQUlMZw?oc=5" target="_blank">Nigerian Air Force Reacts To Allegations Of Cover-Up Over Fatal Ondo Aircraft Crash, Says Probe Ongoing</a>  Sahara Reporters</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiY0FVX3lxTE5rN3ZfWkdwNVdZVlJ1SnVBOXpWVm9FSDgtRjVldVBac0VwZVdLSENfT1A5VGJqZ1Q2S3JvQ1luNGVXUGRPWjhjLVYtQ1BwUlJMR2dHQ0twdTVFQjBZV2loZFJrZw?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF 931 was a forgiving ‘bird’</a>  TheCable</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimgFBVV95cUxQbWtCWVYwOGdZS0NubnEwNmZNMzI0cG42b2x1Zk45TEVvYkFzZjJ5MkYtdHdkZTJiMXVQOEpFSlZJdGlYbDNKR3BsZTNwYWFzM3NJbXJQUkQtZndJQmUxak5rbGRiY According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijAFBVV95cUxOWGtXaXpURmp1OFpjMFJHenBLckY2REZndWI3S0dDeDZ3UG11QVRkV1p2WFJjX2plMmY1c0szYjA1NGtXbjNUcC1tWExtbkZjUnpBODZMQVd0NHZWb1duYnVUQkg5cUlycjN2XzBRN0wxVmlCXzhyZHBIT0NYMDd4N0xDYmo1SVdYd09xSdIBkgFBVV95cUxOak1ad2xpQVVuSFdaTUt6eGwxb01MLU05elZUclRxa01QV3BxUkt0cUF5dC01YVBIaUQxTllUa3BYNmdCRm9nMUM3T1pXMTdjcFI2NndKeDRPVXlWVzUwalJINk84SjVveW9aelpEWFpEZ2syeTJlNF9aSGc4NGFrZGI1WXFyajFGalNIR3E4T244UQ?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF PLANE CRASH: How hero pilot died saving town</a>  Vanguard News</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMikwFBVV95cUxPNThxSmxSejBMQ3ZVZWcxTjBvM2d0Z1hHdHZUYlN2T3RhV2RMaG1TLUtReWl4SFlScERWOHFYcTFiRkVxNlByVy16Q1p3bTc2Yk9pOE5xcl9KbG9Ib2t6ZFh4NUthMVBfUWxHOHFBZDNtU1ZRb19TdHhHTlBwSlhuT29Zd0VGQllrX0xlUmtzN0wzaXM?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF crash: Wedding plans turn funeral tears as families await remains</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMidEFVX3lxTE81bGRwVG80aFlJRktveEdIS0FTaGdVcThHalZZQm8zSU03QUtkTjBpZ2hrYnUzaWMydkU3cUlIeUF2MUI1Rk5xRG1iZkdKNWg2cHlGR2JsSGtocFhVdXVRMkpGcHNDaUlCTnNzc3ZqdmtXbkNU?oc=5" target="_blank">The Ondo air crash: Mourning is not enough</a>  TheCable</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwwFBVV95cUxNLWRDdHUyVUJZNE8zYUtKQjRCekduYXJlMi1ydWpKX2F3VzdvOERMejlPakFCd1VtV0tPYWxXUVpjSDNuOU03cUNXUXMxWXE4SjUwVlNkR1F6cDFGRWIxVXBQenQtcHVBYWhJWmZkWkhMMW92dUlBS2ZQM2NDeEJUUGZjVV9KWGg4ZWczUVJNQWk2Z2JJYmxtMFI1VVAwUmpyS19Qb2tmNUI1S096MjJDTGtoVnFJUnlZWi1yNDhucXpKY0k?oc=5" target="_blank">Fish Haven To Crash Site: The Tragic Neglect Behind Igbokoda’s Hidden Crisis</a>  The Guardian Nigeria News</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivAFBVV95cUxPamhfTFNTbmw0QXFTSndacnZaeXNiR3k4Z0ZkbU5MUklmdG1kcERVMWxiLVlhRDZXa1E0MVpRRGdIcjVzQlhrR2xDWVlJVU52clNxR2NxNUpNWF9rb0wyN According to Vanguard News: •He took death to the swamp so we    could live — Igbokoda residents  •Black box, voice recorder, victims missing    seven days after tragedy By Dayo Johnson, Akure It was drizzling in Igbokoda on Monday morning, October 5, 2026.  It was the kind of quiet rain that makes fishermen stay indoors and mothers keep their […] The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/naf-plane-crash-how-hero-pilot-died-saving-town/">NAF PLANE CRASH: How hero pilot died saving town</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Leadership Newspaper: African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has called for an independent investigation into the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, insisting that personnel responsible for maintenance and procurement should not investigate the incident. Sowore made the call during a visit to the crash site on Friday, sharing a video of […] According to Nigerian Tribune: IGP conveyed the condolences of the Nigeria Police Force to the leadership, officers and men of the Nigerian Air Force... The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-aircraft-crash-igp-disu-pays-condolence-visit-to-cas/">NAF aircraft crash: IGP Disu pays condolence visit to CAS</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Peoples Gazette: Mr Ejodame said the NAF remains actively engaged with the bereaved families. The post <a href="https://gazettengr.com/naf-clarifies-casualties-in-crashed-aircraft-appreciates-public-support/">NAF clarifies casualties in crashed aircraft, appreciates public support</a> appeared first on <a href="https://gazettengr.com">Peoples Gazette Nigeria</a>. According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipwFBVV95cUxQdi0ydGsyNWFyS3lkTzNyQmNHNGJDS01jczhqN2N5UGR6M1BlWm5hanhVYkxEcWx1X1JxWHhzMGpDRHhrM2NpQVNIeG5MdmhrT1BSWHc0ZGN2Nl9kclRyMWd2RER3WHM0T2RMZUY2VUR4bEd3ZFpJN0ZPak9IRmJQSFRvM3NPSmo5VjFnTGh2UnBqMDNTekpBNVNSU0dKZXBZdFpSMTBmTQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Ondo air crash: Civilians on board were families of officers on aircraft – NAF</a>  The ICIR</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMikwFBVV95cUxPNThxSmxSejBMQ3ZVZWcxTjBvM2d0Z1hHdHZUYlN2T3RhV2RMaG1TLUtReWl4SFlScERWOHFYcTFiRkVxNlByVy16Q1p3bTc2Yk9pOE5xcl9KbG9Ib2t6ZFh4NUthMVBfUWxHOHFBZDNtU1ZRb19TdHhHTlBwSlhuT29Zd0VGQllrX0xlUmtzN0wzaXM?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF crash: Wedding plans turn funeral tears as families await remains</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivAFBVV95cUxPamhfTFNTbmw0QXFTSndacnZaeXNiR3k4Z0ZkbU5MUklmdG1kcERVMWxiLVlhRDZXa1E0MVpRRGdIcjVzQlhrR2xDWVlJVU52clNxR2NxNUpNWF9rb0wyNFFaVEtuNUFjZVFZVlh1b3B1R2FNbmk2Qm9XNS1YQkVwS2gzYW9XQTB3cGdBU1lMZ1JUQ05aNzBwNFFWNzEtYmNJM0JlazhyOEpJS2thc1lxbnB0Sk9HUXFMNktucQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Military Plane Crash: NAF begins search for black box, recorders</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMihwFBVV95cUxOZDUtMXBSRnNMRVpLVTJvUnlkN1NrcWZ6OFd5bGxqdUZ0X3pvc0twdHo0TGFGbm1BNHZHN1MyQmE4ZEtPSFllckRHNGxLblBLLXJPWmkySWpvUnlRckpQRE4xem1GVXFBeVBSM3NiYWVfemUyNFJPUWF5SzJHeXFZU2lPYlltWVnSAYwBQVVfeXFMUFp1SDluWGdHendqalEwSWdSTGttam9PM0loaHlOaUFJWGZZZEV2R3JmbTZTam5CbXhoQXdpYTNnUGN4UVdkSlhnTTFkdWk5SDd0SFVWZGlfNEVVM05SajNTbS1hQWcxYlNfbGlmaGRxVy02ekxMV2lPX0pKbi1MckhYM2V1TUNSOHBKLXM?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF clarifies ATR aircraft casualty figures</a>  Vanguard News</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMidEFVX3lxTE81bGRwVG80aFlJRktveEdIS0FTaGdVcThHalZZQm8zSU03QUtkTjBpZ2hr According to ICIR Nigeria: THE Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has further clarified reports concerning the people on board its ATR 42 aircraft, NAF 931, which crashed on Monday at Igbokoda, Ondo State. The Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF, Ehimen Ejodame, an air commodore, made the clarification in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on […] The post <a href="https://www.icirnigeria.org/ondo-air-crash-civilians-on-board-were-families-of-officers-on-aircraft-naf/">Ondo air crash: Civilians on board were families of officers on aircraft – NAF</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.icirnigeria.org">The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19</a>. According to PM News Nigeria: Ejodame said the NAF remains actively engaged with the bereaved families, providing appropriate support as they navigate this painful period. According to Punch Nigeria: Families of victims of the Nigerian Air Force crash in Ondo State narrate their grief as they await the recovery of their loved ones’ remains for burial. Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-crash-wedding-plans-turn-funeral-tears-as-families-await-remains/ According to Leadership Newspaper:   On Monday, a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft, NAF 931, took off from Benin on what the Air Force described as a routine mission to Lagos. It never got to Lagos. The plane went down in the swamps of Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, and all […] According to Vanguard News: — Aneke pledges welfare, scholarships, operational support By Kingsley Omonobi The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reassured personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and families of those killed in the recent ATR 42 aircraft crash of the Service’s continued support. Aneke gave the assurance on Thursday, October 8, […] The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/naf-air-chief-assures-crash-victims-families-of-continued-support/">NAF Air chief assures crash victims’ families of continued support</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Vanguard News: By Kingsley Omonobi The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Friday paid a condolence visit to the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, following the Nigerian Air Force NAF 931 aircraft crash that claimed 25 lives. During the visit on October 9, 2026, Disu conveyed the condolences of the […] The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/igp-disu-mourns-25-killed-in-naf-aircraft-crash/">IGP Disu mourns 25 killed in NAF aircraft crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has paid a condolence visit to the Chief of the Air Staff over the NAF 931 aircraft crash in Ondo. Read More: https://punchng.com/ig-pays-condolence-visit-to-naf-chief-over-ondo-crash/ According to Blueprint Newspapers: The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has assured families of Nigerian Air Force personnel affected by a recent aircraft accident <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/naf-chief-pledges-continued-support-for-families-of-crashed-aircraft-crew/" title="NAF chief pledges continued support for families of crashed aircraft crew">[...]</a> According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivAFBVV95cUxPamhfTFNTbmw0QXFTSndacnZaeXNiR3k4Z0ZkbU5MUklmdG1kcERVMWxiLVlhRDZXa1E0MVpRRGdIcjVzQlhrR2xDWVlJVU52clNxR2NxNUpNWF9rb0wyNFFaVEtuNUFjZVFZVlh1b3B1R2FNbmk2Qm9XNS1YQkVwS2gzYW9XQTB3cGdBU1lMZ1JUQ05aNzBwNFFWNzEtYmNJM0JlazhyOEpJS2thc1lxbnB0Sk9HUXFMNktucQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Military Plane Crash: NAF begins search for black box, recorders</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMirAFBVV95cUxOSDJ0bkgxak1RZnA0OHZIQzhEN0RtWHpVV2taOVJqWnE2MjhGejNxZWxUcWFPV25MT0pZalg4OG1OYWluUDJ2dF84Qjd6MVl4ak1pZmdiaUlDbk5GMGI2S1dzNVYwcFVNRDE5YW0xTWk4VVdMUzdFNV9Ca2M4SHJDbkFmZzVTcEZMZ19MSmRBVk5OVjBQamFPT1F4LTNXeWo2Vl9ZZmtESlRjRko3?oc=5" target="_blank">CAS Leads NAF 931 Recovery, Assures Families Of Thorough Investigation</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijgFBVV95cUxPNkRHSnVhQXNtb1QxQmVGR1NuYlhac21wNUg0WXpSTEtlRnl3bUdQS2JsQkRfcG5NV0VBblNrQmI5R1FrNTA3ODlJQzVpSVVCU2NlQURGY1BNaTk1NzBnZ3NjbmxCTXdrZktHZVRkT0EzNmFvVDN1bTRzMEItdVI2YVBUU0o2T0tpaGRaR2RB?oc=5" target="_blank">Ondo crash: Air chief pleads for patience as investigation begins</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiigFBVV95cUxQVGZrMEhCVTFnODVCNUgzUGxPdGNBcWhwb2h2VzQ5WHI1LVVicm40OWxPa192VVFZV1pGYml0U2hlbUVQeTlaZlB1M3dkYmZJc1N2Z055bGZzZXZEa2RIUVZNQ1hqNUQ0YU9zSmdlMThOS0ZFbnpCQWJIYVBoWEx0V19icjFHd2EwcWc?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF sets up ‘high-level’ panel to probe Ondo aircraft crash</a>  TheCable</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiowFBVV95cUxPVS0yZFBuT1F2T1I5ekxKUEhpUjBrOEUydVd6VktJWFlWMnlOLXZqd2xITDRKS0xYYUxFaHQxZEl1OTBkM0FtM3B3T1I0dXJRUFRJWUpIWmo3VUNSMDhzVXNmZDIyWWswWnIyNG1KenpkMEd2UWlsRG5fOVd5dmk4Y0JCZVA2VVFtaXJqN2V1WTB1a1Z0akxGcFA2cS1HTFB6VjZ3?oc=5" target="_blank">Ex-D According to Premium Times: <img alt="The Chief of Air Staff, Sunday Aneke" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="960" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/IMG-20261008-WA0027.jpg?fit=1280%2C960&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="1280" />NAF said the Flight Data Recorder (FDR), commonly known as the "black box," and the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) are expected to provide crucial evidence for investigators seeking to reconstruct the aircraft’s final moments and determine the factors that led to the crash. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/915711-military-plane-crash-naf-begins-search-for-black-box-recorders.html">Military Plane Crash: NAF begins search for black box, recorders</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to TVC News: The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has paid a condolence visit to the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal S.K. Aneke, following the NAF 931 aircraft crash that claimed 25 lives. Disu visited Aneke on Friday, October 9, to convey the condolences of the Nigeria Police Force to the leadership, officers and personnel of […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/igp-disu-visits-chief-of-air-staff-over-military-plane-crash-in-ondo/">IGP Disu Visits Chief of Air Staff Over Military Plane Crash In Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Ghana Air Force has expressed condolences to the Nigerian Air Force following the crash of an ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State, which killed 25 Read More: https://punchng.com/ghana-air-force-mourns-25-victims-of-ondo-plane-crash/ According to Daily Trust: The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has said the best way to honour the Nigerian Air Force personnel who died in the aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, is to recognise the sacrifice they made in the service of the nation. Aneke, who visited the crash site on Thursday, described the deceased […] According to Nigerian Tribune: •Assures families of thorough investigation Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, on Thursday, led senior Nigerian Air Force (NAF) officials to Igbokoda, Ondo State, to assess ongoing search, recovery and investigative efforts following the accident involving a NAF aircraft in the community. This was conveyed in a statement in Abuja […] The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-jet-crash-cas-leads-search-recovery-efforts-at-igbokoda/">NAF jet crash: CAS leads search, recovery efforts at Igbokoda</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Daily Trust: Aero Contractors has paid a condolence visit to the Nigerian Air Force following the tragic loss of personnel and passengers in the Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft accident at Igbokoda, Ondo State, on 5 October 2026. The visit, which took place on Wednesday, 7 October, saw members of the Aero Contractors team make a solemn […] According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijgFBVV95cUxPNkRHSnVhQXNtb1QxQmVGR1NuYlhac21wNUg0WXpSTEtlRnl3bUdQS2JsQkRfcG5NV0VBblNrQmI5R1FrNTA3ODlJQzVpSVVCU2NlQURGY1BNaTk1NzBnZ3NjbmxCTXdrZktHZVRkT0EzNmFvVDN1bTRzMEItdVI2YVBUU0o2T0tpaGRaR2RB?oc=5" target="_blank">Ondo crash: Air chief pleads for patience as investigation begins</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMirAFBVV95cUxOSDJ0bkgxak1RZnA0OHZIQzhEN0RtWHpVV2taOVJqWnE2MjhGejNxZWxUcWFPV25MT0pZalg4OG1OYWluUDJ2dF84Qjd6MVl4ak1pZmdiaUlDbk5GMGI2S1dzNVYwcFVNRDE5YW0xTWk4VVdMUzdFNV9Ca2M4SHJDbkFmZzVTcEZMZ19MSmRBVk5OVjBQamFPT1F4LTNXeWo2Vl9ZZmtESlRjRko3?oc=5" target="_blank">CAS Leads NAF 931 Recovery, Assures Families Of Thorough Investigation</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi8wFBVV95cUxQUTNxd1FjR3ZBTWQ0d19uS0RWUmgxbHF5YzZVOFVSSW1zT1dnZ3JNRzRnWkVuRk0yYU1BY0pEU3lJT1FTVkg1X2haR2d6dTNSVnk1bHp1bW90ZkVfd1NhOE5sX3owZ3YtS1NwcWdlMkFhSGdZYmxQWFdyOWVfTUN3dkZKWEh2dmI0ZGJOVUhfcTFIM3BSVV9UeThQOWtwbGNiODJSSXlVUWhybnZiV3dIakRDaWxXWG5pXzhCell2d1M1aWcyaXlxVkY3QjVvcjRGZnNHNlZOQXNtSktKc2pXNXJkeTQ1cjd0VFlGaW81aTFIRUE?oc=5" target="_blank">Military Plane Crash: Air Chief sets up probe panel, assures adequate support for bereaved families</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimwFBVV95cUxQME9QZ1pVcC1tc21WNWN6dDRuSWtUc2NKV2RBRUZiRzBwUU90dFVqQURSd09vRFIxQ240My03ZUFKNWVIOEktZVVCckdTQlVhUjBtcVl2V0RORWp6LUFkVnVLVm4zaHU1QUIzMmxidjhidkZfV1AwclVYdExQSHBUTHkydUxqd1djQUR3elJ2LWpOVHlHX2tmVmFWVdIBoAFBVV95cUxOUHdyNnowVlpYN21ZRWpiUi1TM0lsYnA1bFR3MGpmVjZvQVJXTXhXbXVwb1pNZVdkOGF2TjVSZU1lVGxXOGNLM2FOUWo1c2tUdTliWGV3UE9JdUV6dlFxWXhIT2d5RWV4MlRyN3dzZWV5VWV6TWIyMEpKczhvTW1yenBwX3N6Zjd6dW1EU28tdzBOMHI3RFdTR09lNFhCeE56?oc=5" target="_blank">Otti mourns Abia-born pilot who died 16 days after wedding</a> & According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi8wFBVV95cUxQUTNxd1FjR3ZBTWQ0d19uS0RWUmgxbHF5YzZVOFVSSW1zT1dnZ3JNRzRnWkVuRk0yYU1BY0pEU3lJT1FTVkg1X2haR2d6dTNSVnk1bHp1bW90ZkVfd1NhOE5sX3owZ3YtS1NwcWdlMkFhSGdZYmxQWFdyOWVfTUN3dkZKWEh2dmI0ZGJOVUhfcTFIM3BSVV9UeThQOWtwbGNiODJSSXlVUWhybnZiV3dIakRDaWxXWG5pXzhCell2d1M1aWcyaXlxVkY3QjVvcjRGZnNHNlZOQXNtSktKc2pXNXJkeTQ1cjd0VFlGaW81aTFIRUE?oc=5" target="_blank">Military Plane Crash: Air Chief sets up probe panel, assures adequate support for bereaved families</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijgFBVV95cUxPNkRHSnVhQXNtb1QxQmVGR1NuYlhac21wNUg0WXpSTEtlRnl3bUdQS2JsQkRfcG5NV0VBblNrQmI5R1FrNTA3ODlJQzVpSVVCU2NlQURGY1BNaTk1NzBnZ3NjbmxCTXdrZktHZVRkT0EzNmFvVDN1bTRzMEItdVI2YVBUU0o2T0tpaGRaR2RB?oc=5" target="_blank">Ondo crash: Air chief pleads for patience as investigation begins</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMirAFBVV95cUxOSDJ0bkgxak1RZnA0OHZIQzhEN0RtWHpVV2taOVJqWnE2MjhGejNxZWxUcWFPV25MT0pZalg4OG1OYWluUDJ2dF84Qjd6MVl4ak1pZmdiaUlDbk5GMGI2S1dzNVYwcFVNRDE5YW0xTWk4VVdMUzdFNV9Ca2M4SHJDbkFmZzVTcEZMZ19MSmRBVk5OVjBQamFPT1F4LTNXeWo2Vl9ZZmtESlRjRko3?oc=5" target="_blank">CAS Leads NAF 931 Recovery, Assures Families Of Thorough Investigation</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimwFBVV95cUxQME9QZ1pVcC1tc21WNWN6dDRuSWtUc2NKV2RBRUZiRzBwUU90dFVqQURSd09vRFIxQ240My03ZUFKNWVIOEktZVVCckdTQlVhUjBtcVl2V0RORWp6LUFkVnVLVm4zaHU1QUIzMmxidjhidkZfV1AwclVYdExQSHBUTHkydUxqd1djQUR3elJ2LWpOVHlHX2tmVmFWVdIBoAFBVV95cUxOUHdyNnowVlpYN21ZRWpiUi1TM0lsYnA1bFR3MGpmVjZvQVJXTXhXbXVwb1pNZVdkOGF2TjVSZU1lVGxXOGNLM2FOUWo1c2tUdTliWGV3UE9JdUV6dlFxWXhIT2d5RWV4MlRyN3dzZWV5VWV6TWIyMEpKczhvTW1yenBwX3N6Zjd6dW1EU28tdzBOMHI3RFdTR09lNFhCeE56?oc=5" target="_blank">Otti mourns Abia-born pilot who died 16 days after wedding</a> & According to Premium Times: <img alt="The Chief of Air Staff, Sunday Aneke" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="960" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/IMG-20261008-WA0027.jpg?fit=1280%2C960&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="1280" /> The air chief said he knew everyone on the ill-fated plane, having flown it alongside his family in the past. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/ssouth-west/915520-military-plane-crash-air-chief-sets-up-probe-panel-assures-adequate-support-for-bereaved-families.html">Military Plane Crash: Air Chief sets up probe panel, assures adequate support for bereaved families</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to PM News Nigeria: The NAF-931 carrying 25 personnel on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos on Monday, crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. According to Punch Nigeria: The Chief of the Air Staff has joined the recovery team at the site of the NAF ATR 42 aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, promising a thorough probe. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-crash-air-chief-joins-recovery-team-promises-thorough-probe/ According to TVC News: The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, has visited the Sam Ethnan Air Force Base, Lagos, to commiserate with the Nigerian Air Force over the death of crew members and passengers in the 931 aircraft accident at Igbokoda, Ondo State. In a statement issued on Thursday by the Lagos State Police Command […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/lagos-cp-visits-air-force-base-condoles-over-igbokoda-aircraft-crash/">Lagos CP Visits Air Force Base, Condoles Over Igbokoda Aircraft Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Sun News Online: The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, on Thursday led senior Nigerian Air Force (NAF) officials to Igbokoda in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State to assess ongoing search, recovery and investigative efforts following the crash of NAF ATR 42 aircraft, NAF 931. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/naf-chief-leads-search-recovery-efforts-at-igbokoda-crash-site/">NAF chief leads search, recovery efforts at Igbokoda crash site</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiigFBVV95cUxQVGZrMEhCVTFnODVCNUgzUGxPdGNBcWhwb2h2VzQ5WHI1LVVicm40OWxPa192VVFZV1pGYml0U2hlbUVQeTlaZlB1M3dkYmZJc1N2Z055bGZzZXZEa2RIUVZNQ1hqNUQ0YU9zSmdlMThOS0ZFbnpCQWJIYVBoWEx0V19icjFHd2EwcWc?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF sets up ‘high-level’ panel to probe Ondo aircraft crash</a>  TheCable</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMirAFBVV95cUxOSDJ0bkgxak1RZnA0OHZIQzhEN0RtWHpVV2taOVJqWnE2MjhGejNxZWxUcWFPV25MT0pZalg4OG1OYWluUDJ2dF84Qjd6MVl4ak1pZmdiaUlDbk5GMGI2S1dzNVYwcFVNRDE5YW0xTWk4VVdMUzdFNV9Ca2M4SHJDbkFmZzVTcEZMZ19MSmRBVk5OVjBQamFPT1F4LTNXeWo2Vl9ZZmtESlRjRko3?oc=5" target="_blank">CAS Leads NAF 931 Recovery, Assures Families Of Thorough Investigation</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijgFBVV95cUxOVTFIdEU4SHdUSHNRaGFUT3ljMGJ6b1NGaUh6ZWxOM0dldTJKRE1xbHRhYTRCMklqRUhvZHZuM0ZIY0poVFZsbUNyM2I0N19fc2V6RnYyY2FHWFRla3lINWp0cWJsUm1qLUxUWXc1cUFPTzQwQW1DRXhsZEJHRzA5SzdRU0NtbjFxVzlPSHFR?oc=5" target="_blank">Ondo crash: Air chief joins recovery team, promises thorough probe</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi6AFBVV95cUxPV0xIbncxTE4wanhPRFU0RTYzaTBqalZCQXpFLVQ3eG5TRlZzTkdyNk1fMTAwaFVlelNxbVdZOTlIN19PVUZnQjhBNXZ4UGx3TmtlcFJ5UTIxLVdjdHJaNTNvVGhxQkt1R25DbUNEVlVuQ1hXWkVDMEFlS2doR2F6SXROcDB0OURMWWR3YjJKMWZxcVZ6cTBxMXZGOXpyUnBaX2x2MnlsLVFYZDBvZ010Sm1ZOHl6RDlFTUh4T3pYeVgxZnVVN0pvUnlWSDgwb016LUdHaXlXTGgxMjNaM0FMdWpSNm5YUlE4?oc=5" target="_blank">Plane Crash: Aiyedatiwa visits site, says aircraft’s main body yet to surface, human parts recovered</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwgFBVV95cUxNUi1zZkJlWE9SNWJObWlPdFktQ29OTElfYmZGMF9Wckh1LUtiRGZNTEdaaDhWYUg5NHdjS1VCRFBiOGxUbVNkMFdXTG1ZUDBxVnczZFY4dmhQWkNvUUZxeko1cWR2WGR1b2NMRFNKN3c3 According to Leadership Newspaper: Former Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the Board of the National Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC), Rt. Hon Yakubu Dogara, CFR has expressed deep sorrow over the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash that claimed the lives of 32 persons near Igbokoda, Ondo State. Dogara described the tragedy as a heartbreaking loss […] According to Vanguard News: …orders high-level probe into crash that killed 25 By Dayo Johnson AKURE — The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has ordered a high-level investigation into the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, which claimed 25 lives. Aneke, who visited the crash site, also […] The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/naf-crash-families-of-victims-will-get-support-chief-of-the-air-staff/">NAF crash: Families of victims will get support — Chief of the Air Staff</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has ordered a high-level investigation into the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash at Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, assuring the families of the victims that the military would provide them with the necessary support. Aneke, who visited the crash site on […] The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-crash-air-chief-orders-high-level-probe-promises-support-for-victims-families/">NAF crash: Air Chief orders high-level probe, promises support for victims’ families</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to TVC News: The Nigerian Air Force has commenced efforts to establish the circumstances surrounding the aircraft crash that claimed the lives of its personnel in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, who visited the crash site on Thursday, said the cause of the incident […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/we-will-thoroughly-investigate-ondo-military-plane-crash-chief-of-air-staff/">We Will Thoroughly Investigate Ondo Military Plane Crash — Chief of Air Staff</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijgFBVV95cUxPdE9lUlZuY3d3eXppTUcwOXNGaEE4WklSbkpYLU9ZeDE5ZDNJWmZpM0tpci1ubXVVcTl4UzRSd3FtNjNPY3liYXRPYTZqVF9ia0VORUtWM2JlbjNZb3FVMmZsWWc4ajRsTkpPaUpmaTFEaF9iR2R3cTJydEUzVHZDaVp0cW5tbFpMMFlZWFp3?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF Crash: Pilot’s heroics averted bigger disaster – Aiyedatiwa</a>  The Guardian Nigeria News</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwgFBVV95cUxNN2VtbC1xMGFmbTV5X0kxcURVNVlKYUlYOHpnazNIM3duNHpuQ3ltNHBRY2tDRFY4YW95cjhRZVA4WGJPVUhjNnlQMjlhT0FoMFFudDYyZGRmY2lhSHFDQkxYTWlrZUZsUXdaaWJ6c3YyNmhBT0VDT2RpU0llc1ducUxucVhRaXZ2cGZUeTh1ekJtOGtybFdYcE96RW8zNXdaSkxPb3hTSkdZYVBhek9kOFE5N296UzN1LTh2ZV96YndhZw?oc=5" target="_blank">Ondo Crash: Keyamo, Air Chief Move To Deepen Civil-Military Aviation Safety Cooperation</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi6AFBVV95cUxPV0xIbncxTE4wanhPRFU0RTYzaTBqalZCQXpFLVQ3eG5TRlZzTkdyNk1fMTAwaFVlelNxbVdZOTlIN19PVUZnQjhBNXZ4UGx3TmtlcFJ5UTIxLVdjdHJaNTNvVGhxQkt1R25DbUNEVlVuQ1hXWkVDMEFlS2doR2F6SXROcDB0OURMWWR3YjJKMWZxcVZ6cTBxMXZGOXpyUnBaX2x2MnlsLVFYZDBvZ010Sm1ZOHl6RDlFTUh4T3pYeVgxZnVVN0pvUnlWSDgwb016LUdHaXlXTGgxMjNaM0FMdWpSNm5YUlE4?oc=5" target="_blank">Plane Crash: Aiyedatiwa visits site, says aircraft’s main body yet to surface, human parts recovered</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijAFBVV95cUxPa1BUVVlDOFF3MEtIQXdQa1JrLURpZG03V3c1RVhlRUo2UGw3ckstdHFnTEZtRzZHMXdPT3dqU0pkYlNsZU1TeWd2X21fcTFlMEFUNTZUbnY1c0FKSGdJbGctTGliY1NRcDhsS0pnYkVId0l4bzlYelBIT09BY0RUcXdMMU03WktVM1RJbtIBkgFBVV95cUxQYWVrX2VuMDlpUjBsN1dXRGVfOVh3aWxHX3NJZjU0YWhvQnd4UzdWaGxhZXlZa0NjNllJLWRBYkdCakdiV2tjWllCc3E2eTNyWmRoeHNieE9rbDFZXzRYbkFSSDMzNGljNGhjWVh1NTRhX1Zza0lObUxhX19MZGRCMTMwWVZKSC0yVmNVRHByUktXZw?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF explains confusion over 25, 32 crash victims</a>  <fo According to Ripples Nigeria: A Nigerian Air Force helicopter has crash landed on a farmland in Makurdi, the Benue State capital. This… The post <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/naf-records-another-crash-as-helicopter-goes-down-in-benue/">NAF records another crash as helicopter goes down in Benue</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com">Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria</a>. According to Vanguard News: By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has mourned the victims of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash in the Igbokoda area of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. PANDEF also called for a thorough and comprehensive investigation to determine […] The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/pandef-mourns-victims-of-ondo-air-force-crash-seeks-probe/">PANDEF mourns victims of Ondo Air Force crash, seeks probe</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Bayelsa State Government has mourned four indigenes of the state who were among the 25 Nigerian Air Force personnel killed in a plane crash in Ondo. Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-mourns-four-naf-crash-victims/ According to Sun News Online: The National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for the House of Representatives in Oshodi-Isolo Constituency I, Hon Lukman Ibrahim Alabi, has commiserated with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), the families of the deceased and the nation over the tragic crash involving an Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Ondo State. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/ondo-plane-crash-alabi-mourns-air-force-victims-calls-for-probe/">Ondo plane crash: Alabi mourns Air Force victims, calls for probe</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: The Imo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended campaigns and all party activities for three days.. The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-aircraft-crash-imo-pdp-suspends-campaigns-party-activities/">NAF aircraft crash: Imo PDP suspends campaigns, party activities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Olugbo of Ugboland, Oba Frederick Akinruntan, has condoled with the FG over the NAF aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, and called for a probe. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-monarch-mourns-naf-crash-victims-condoles-fg-military/ According to Blueprint Newspapers: The Bayelsa State Executive Council, Wednesday, observed a minute silence in honour of four of its citizens in the ill-fated Nigeria Air Force (NAF) plane that <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/bayelsa-mourns-4-naf-plane-crash-victims/" title="Bayelsa mourns 4 NAF plane crash victims">[...]</a> According to Daily Trust: Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on Wednesday visited the site of the Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area, two days after the tragedy, saying the pilot’s final actions saved the coastal community from a far greater disaster. The governor, who inspected the crash site alongside military personnel and […] According to THISDAY: • Search, recovery efforts in progress, says NAF as Keyamo, air chief meet to end civil-military aviation safety dichotomy  •DHQ, DECAN, Buratai Foundation, NDLEA, Bayelsa mourn Michael Olugbode, Linus Aleke According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi6AFBVV95cUxPV0xIbncxTE4wanhPRFU0RTYzaTBqalZCQXpFLVQ3eG5TRlZzTkdyNk1fMTAwaFVlelNxbVdZOTlIN19PVUZnQjhBNXZ4UGx3TmtlcFJ5UTIxLVdjdHJaNTNvVGhxQkt1R25DbUNEVlVuQ1hXWkVDMEFlS2doR2F6SXROcDB0OURMWWR3YjJKMWZxcVZ6cTBxMXZGOXpyUnBaX2x2MnlsLVFYZDBvZ010Sm1ZOHl6RDlFTUh4T3pYeVgxZnVVN0pvUnlWSDgwb016LUdHaXlXTGgxMjNaM0FMdWpSNm5YUlE4?oc=5" target="_blank">Plane Crash: Aiyedatiwa visits site, says aircraft’s main body yet to surface, human parts recovered</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwgFBVV95cUxNN2VtbC1xMGFmbTV5X0kxcURVNVlKYUlYOHpnazNIM3duNHpuQ3ltNHBRY2tDRFY4YW95cjhRZVA4WGJPVUhjNnlQMjlhT0FoMFFudDYyZGRmY2lhSHFDQkxYTWlrZUZsUXdaaWJ6c3YyNmhBT0VDT2RpU0llc1ducUxucVhRaXZ2cGZUeTh1ekJtOGtybFdYcE96RW8zNXdaSkxPb3hTSkdZYVBhek9kOFE5N296UzN1LTh2ZV96YndhZw?oc=5" target="_blank">Ondo Crash: Keyamo, Air Chief Move To Deepen Civil-Military Aviation Safety Cooperation</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMifkFVX3lxTFBoTUdmcXN1NXZnc2xmaWg4OUZoT1BhMzBya2Z3TUtHQWZjTlNnSTRubUNKQlVpc1dLeEtWbmx0SEMyV1YtS25NS3QyZlVOZXBWRDBlOUlqeEFWV1h2aFFGOTBZaEpUZy1Fc2ZVc2o1S0p5X3BOcmhDR1o2Zkpmdw?oc=5" target="_blank">Ondo crash: NAF sets up probe, FG plans safety reforms</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMioAFBVV95cUxNTE9aTGw2bU5NZGRGZzhLX0JwMVFzc0NSMURYQ0w2ZndFVDVLeVpIa2duNFB2RUt4UFdLcnZha2tPdlVxbWI1LWdUM3IwSk5SVTZhalVjVGlvbG5GRTdLUXNydWgxd0h1YnBtSjZPdnR2YmdJYm0xa2FLZ3BRREx4bHVPY2FINnp5VXZqUE50OEJnZ2FrQVlPdXl1WGxBNllh0gGmAUFVX3lxTE5vWHVONXBISzZWa1lCRjN4c25XXzZ5cDd0SGZaVFpKeW4zS3VrWGlCOGJMVGJsN3hYU2V6LUVkUnFyMU5WbU5YNjBrWlZYWmVsS1ZBM2VvN1prLWtkY2VBbVh5SVBnN3k0MlFTNnZSODJVeUdYLXR5aW1PX2YzMFZfcXFNWUF4cGZYZ3d2bC00WFZDQW9nV2RPY1JEMFk5S2pmRWVDQWc?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF Crash: Prospective NYSC member, only son, among cr According to AfricaNews.com: All 25 people on board, including civilians, died when the military aircraft crashed into a swampy area that is difficult to access. According to Blueprint Newspapers: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Tuesday mourned the tragic loss of lives in the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash that took place in Ondo State. <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/aircraft-crash-pdp-mourns-demands-thorough-investigation/" title="Aircraft crash: PDP mourns, demands thorough investigation">[...]</a> According to Blueprint Newspapers: The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has urged Nigerians to honour the fallen personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) by observing the three-day national mourning declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with dignity and respect.  The agency also said it would intensify efforts to ensure proper observance of the national flag, following the president’s directive that the flag be flown at half-mast during the mourning period.   The NOA director-general, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, stated  this in a condolence message to the NAF and families of the personnel who died in the aircraft crash in the Igbokoda area of Ondo state.   Issa-Onilu described the incident as a painful loss to the nation, saying the fallen officers embodied courage, discipline, patriotism and commitment to national service.   He said their sacrifice in the service of the country would not be forgotten, while urging Nigerians to use the mourning period to reflect on the sacrifices of members of the Armed Forces and their responsibility to uphold national unity and patriotism.   The NOA boss said the national flag remained a powerful symbol of Nigeria’s sovereignty, unity and shared identity, stressing the need for citizens to acc According to Vanguard News: Swampy and near-inaccessible terrain has stalled evacuation of remains of victims of the Nigerian Air Force plane which crashed at Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State on Monday, more than 24 hours after the crash. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/naf-plane-crash-swampy-terrain-stalls-evacuation-of-victims-24-hours-after/">NAF plane crash: Swampy terrain stalls evacuation of victims, 24 hours after</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Sun News Online: The PBAT Door-to-Door Movement has suspended its campaign activities for one week in honour of the victims of Monday’s military plane crash in Ondo State. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/pbat-door-to-door-movement-suspends-campaign-over-ondo-military-plane-crash/">PBAT Door-to-Door Movement suspends campaign over Ondo military plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to PM News Nigeria: Otti expressed regret that Man-Ugwueje died barely two weeks after he married his wife, Flt.-Lt. Damilola Adekunle, in Abuja. According to Punch Nigeria: A Nigerian Air Force plane carrying 25 military and civilian passengers crashed in southwestern Ondo state on Monday, killing all on board. The accident was one of the worst air disasters in the country in recent years. Here are some major air crashes involving the Air Force in Africa’s most populous nation, which has one Read More: https://punchng.com/timeline-10-major-nigerian-air-force-crashes-since-1980/ According to Punch Nigeria: Villagers in Ondo state recount the moment a Nigerian Air Force plane crashed into a swamp, killing all 25 people on board in a deadly air disaster. Read More: https://punchng.com/villagers-recount-how-air-force-plane-crashed-in-ondo/ According to Vanguard News: The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has questioned the implementation of defence budgets for the maintenance of Nigerian Air Force aircraft following Monday’s crash of an ATR-42 aircraft at Igbokoda, Ondo State. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/ondo-crash-adc-questions-naf-aircraft-maintenance-funding/">Ondo Crash: ADC questions NAF aircraft maintenance funding</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to TVC News: The PBAT Door-to-Door Movement has suspended its campaign activities for one week following the crash involving a Nigerian military aircraft that claimed the lives of military personnel. The National Coordinator of the movement, Comrade Sunday Asuku, disclosed this in a statement quoting the movement’s Grand Patron, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo. Tompolo […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/pbat-movement-suspends-campaign-activities-over-military-plane-crash-in-ondo/">PBAT Movement Suspends Campaign Activities Over Military Plane Crash In Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Leadership Newspaper: The death of Squadron Leader Ahamefule Man-Ugwueje, one of the crew members of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR 42 aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, has left behind a tragic story of a newlywed military officer who died barely two weeks after his wedding. Man-Ugwueje reportedly married Flight Lieutenant Damilola Adekunle on 19 […] According to Blueprint Newspapers: More than 24 hours after the AT-42 Aircraft crashed, only a few parts of the wreckage and charred body parts were recovered late Monday. A <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/military-aircraft-crash-we-re-still-expecting-heavy-equipment-to-lift-wreckage-police-commissioner/" title="Military aircraft crash: We ‘re still expecting heavy equipment to lift wreckage – Police commissioner">[...]</a> According to Nigerian Tribune: The tragic death of Nigerian Air Force personnel in Monday’s aircraft crash at Igbokoda, Ondo, has continued to generate grief, with The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-aircraft-crash-pilot-pursued-masters-degree-co-pilot-married-weeks-before-tragedy-sources/">NAF aircraft crash: Pilot pursued master’s degree, co-pilot married weeks before tragedy – Sources</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to TVC News: The United States Mission in Nigeria has expressed condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of those killed in the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/us-mission-condoles-families-of-igbokoda-plane-crash-victims/">US Mission Condoles Families Of Igbokoda Plane Crash Victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: The Senate has postponed its two-day National Security Summit, earlier scheduled for Monday, October 12, and The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/senate-postpones-national-security-summit-to-honour-naf-aircraft-crash-victims/">Senate postpones national security summit to honour NAF aircraft crash victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Premium Times: <img alt="Abia State" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="1080" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/Untitled-design-18.png?fit=1920%2C1080&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="1920" />In a statement on Tuesday by Ferdinand Ekeoma, his special adviser on media and publicity, Mr Otti described Squadron Leader Man-Ugwueje’s death and those of other military personnel aboard the Nigerian Air Force plane as painful and devastating. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/promoted/915102-otti-mourns-abia-born-squadron-leader-man-ugwueje-commiserates-with-fg-over-plane-crash.html">Otti mourns Abia-born Squadron Leader Man-Ugwueje, commiserates with FG over plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: Read the evening news recap: The Nigerian Air Force has named the 25 victims of the Ondo aircraft crash. Also, INEC claims its staff are the least paid. Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-naf-names-crash-victims-inec-staff-least-paid-in-nigeria-why-jamb-took-utme-to-canada-other-top-stories/ According to Blueprint Newspapers: The national leadership and entire members of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement has expressed profound shock and deep sorrow over the news of the tragic crash <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/aircraft-crash-pro-tinubu-group-suspends-campaigns/" title="Aircraft crash: Pro- Tinubu group suspends campaigns ">[...]</a> According to Sun News Online: The Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF) has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of military personnel and other passengers in the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash in Ondo State, describing the victims as heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/governors-mourn-ondo-naf-crash-victims-hail-fallen-personnels-ultimate-sacrifice/">Governors mourn Ondo NAF crash victims, hail fallen personnel’s ‘ultimate sacrifice’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMisAFBVV95cUxNMHM4dTRBbWl1UFRfUlZRY0VYM1FWcDVUeWpNQUk5ekI1Q21EcDktQzA0NTBiVXlQV2NKSDlGcTFnT3BnMjVGSFZhQ0xYbks4ZHF5aUhvY3VqLW5QNnBZVGFMRVFYbThnc1FUNDRldm54ZG92cy13WHlJb2hFcXJFY0gxaFI2Tm5VOFVXYlJnWHRtNnc3UHI4QlREYUJKd3hDdG9zblNYYzJybDk2Q3QxNQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Senate Postpones Security Summit In Honour Of NAF Aircraft Crash Victims</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivgFBVV95cUxOMklNMDk4aExpNEdfRENhYUl2VDJqVDd5Z3I0eEVlWFJyMjlBdXRtUHZsVUFGTDh1QktRM3hFVEtNb2huMEg0VnVxM2p4VXd5TFFZbHc4MW1fZEttNk9jNkNtZU9neTFRRmZqRUxhT0FxTGxtTVk1Tl9mQUtJX2VPeno4b2ZaX244b21ILWZiUWhwa21wMktPc25kOFhpTENvV3YxMHY2azhWUnVUTV9Hek5FbXZINkJWVG5lSndR?oc=5" target="_blank">Navy, Marine Police Begin Search For Bodies Of Victims, Crashed Aircraft Wreckage</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi2gFBVV95cUxPU2R1RGRPeHdaLV9yWGNfcmwzZWM1b3ZiY1pVZVVlbVVVbnJ5MUpHeTJ5dlE5cDZZbi1mYVo5dnA0QkRKQ2thcVVZZS0xUTBMb01ic1dZaFJUMEVPdjNOMnY3aWZTYnZfN1lZUzRGaUcwYkhKWmk4MTZzNzk1a2pua2p4bTFYMjdmbzQ3Y3ZrejF4LTZqRmhSekM5cXlEZGNFU211cEJSeW1TZ2dXUXdySFVDVlR3elp0cWJDckZMS1FxSmpMR3pKTVVFVkpGNFl4MkxlN21OX1E0dw?oc=5" target="_blank">Military Aircraft Crash: Manual bush cutting, difficult terrain impede rescue operation</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipAFBVV95cUxOQTZMQ2pyZXliRjBQYmZ4M2FwR1hCTlRZcWNyOXJDQUhxZjk4X0IxSDJuNXF2QTNUanp6WERHSzdEVmJNSHZpYU8yRHdoSTBfN3gxdHo2THk5WWtqbWhJZm5xNmp2b2x5aUNkNXVmUkdxQnJtd05vWEN3Tk5OOGRUTXBCYXhhWGJ4ZkwwbE11bDZFelBPVnRPQzlYaWFhdHlGLTFCcA?oc=5" target="_blank">US Condoles Nigeria Over Death Of 25 In Nigerian Air Force Ondo Crash</a>  Sahara Reporters</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipwFBVV95cUxPd0NYWnJRdDhmY1Z2b25taG9jbHBa According to Leadership Newspaper: The chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, (COSSLN), Hon. Dennis Guwor, has described the the tragic crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Ondo state on Monday, involving 32 persons on board as a national tragedy and a painful blow to the Nigerian Armed Forces, the aviation sector and the […] According to Politics Nigeria: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for an audit of defence spending and the implementation of funds earmarked for military aircraft maintenance following Monday’s Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State. This was just as the opposition party also demanded a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash and the … This article first appeared on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/06/adc-demands-defence-budget-audit-following-ondo-air-crash/">Politics Nigeria</a>: https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/06/adc-demands-defence-budget-audit-following-ondo-air-crash/ The post <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/06/adc-demands-defence-budget-audit-following-ondo-air-crash/">ADC Demands Defence Budget Audit Following Ondo Air Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com">Politics Nigeria</a>. According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivgFBVV95cUxOMklNMDk4aExpNEdfRENhYUl2VDJqVDd5Z3I0eEVlWFJyMjlBdXRtUHZsVUFGTDh1QktRM3hFVEtNb2huMEg0VnVxM2p4VXd5TFFZbHc4MW1fZEttNk9jNkNtZU9neTFRRmZqRUxhT0FxTGxtTVk1Tl9mQUtJX2VPeno4b2ZaX244b21ILWZiUWhwa21wMktPc25kOFhpTENvV3YxMHY2azhWUnVUTV9Hek5FbXZINkJWVG5lSndR?oc=5" target="_blank">Navy, Marine Police Begin Search For Bodies Of Victims, Crashed Aircraft Wreckage</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMitgFBVV95cUxNTllINUJ4alNkaTRaZ04yMDdYS1lBQ1BDWDkxZURFejdzU2U3am1feVRoVEcwYVdBU3FKNjJydVFtc01RcDlPNmQtX0pBT3B1NUxSbG51UDJoNld3Nmhla1VUbWRnUjZIeXZmM2lVaWdDQUZvMEdfU0phRF9MZ2lhLTY4ejNueVVqbzBTZHpodGhLbEg4QmVnbXpMNnFiNGNEU0thM0V6NTBBQUxkb2ItalBvRHE5UQ?oc=5" target="_blank">U.S., Türkiye, others join Nigeria in mourning as NAF intensifies recovery of victims’ bodies</a>  The Guardian Nigeria News</li><li><a href="https://news.google.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?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF plane crash: Swampy terrain stalls evacuation of victims, 24 hours after</a>  Vanguard News</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimgFBVV95cUxPUEpjRWxqTGNBX1UyUTFwZVA5NVdHZFhWb0lSMEZaalJoa2ppRGE4LXlGcjgxR3RrRjBlZWpBUHFBc2ZzQkZhR01GejZ0V2pYczJLRUVPX3RmQVZuUnBuRjN2WkR6MXA1Q2UtZEFvR0x0ZDFiYlRUT0ExN2ZZeDBPUW5KRkVuZWZjV0VFSGllWktKMm11NU94Y29R?oc=5" target="_blank">Military air crashes: 10 incidents According to TVC News: The Governor of Ondo State Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has pledged the full support of the state government to agencies involved in the search and recovery operation following the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area. Governor Aiyedatiwa made the commitment when the Director of Search and Rescue, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/military-plane-crash-aiyedatiwa-deploys-resources-to-crash-site/">Military Plane Crash: Aiyedatiwa Deploys Resources To Crash Site</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Republic of Türkiye has expressed deep sadness and extended condolences over the loss of lives in the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/turkiye-mourns-victims-of-military-aircraft-crash-in-ondo/ According to Ripples Nigeria: The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has thrown its weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s directive for an investigation… The post <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/can-demands-transparent-probe-into-fatal-naf-aircraft-crash-in-ondo/">CAN demands transparent probe into fatal NAF aircraft crash in Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com">Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: Ondo State Government has deployed swamp buggies to facilitate the recovery of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft which crashed into The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-crash-ondo-deploys-swamp-buggies-for-recovery-operation/">NAF Crash: Ondo deploys swamp buggies for recovery operation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: Former Vice-President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) and The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-aircraft-crash-atiku-acf-can-mourn-25-victims/">NAF aircraft crash: Atiku, ACF, CAN mourn 25 victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Premium Times: <img alt="The amphiboius escavator being rolled in for operation at Igbokoda on Tuesday" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="1920" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/174643-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1920&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="2560" />A government official explained that the plane plunged right to bottom of the river and that because of the nature of the crash, local divers have yet to properly locate it. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/915046-military-aircraft-crash-ondo-govt-explains-difficulty-in-rescue-operation-recovering-victims-bodies.html">Military Aircraft Crash: Ondo govt explains difficulty in rescue operation, recovering victims’ bodies</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to Blueprint Newspapers: Twenty years after reportedly losing her father in a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash, Flight Lieutenant Damilola Adekunle has been confronted with another devastating tragedy <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/ondo-crash-newlywed-loses-husband-20-years-after-father-died-in-similar-mishap/" title="Ondo crash: Newlywed loses husband 20 years after father died in similar mishap">[...]</a> According to Premium Times: <img alt="The Senate Plenary (Lawmakers)" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="854" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/02/628230720_1486187942863062_5004199704705495161_n.jpg?fit=1280%2C854&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="1280" />The lawmakers planned the security summit to examine Nigeria’s persistent security challenges and develop practical measures to address threats to lives and property across the country. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/915043-senate-postpones-security-summit-in-honour-of-plane-crash-victims.html">Senate postpones security summit in honour of plane crash victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Ondo State Government has deployed swamp buggies to assist in the recovery of a Nigerian Air Force aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje LGA. Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-plane-crash-ondo-deploys-swamp-buggies-as-search-for-victims-continues/ According to Leadership Newspaper: ‎The evacuation of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft that crashed at Igbokoda in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State had yet to commence as of Tuesday, as the state government deployed a swamp buggy and other equipment to aid the search and rescue operation. ‎The aircraft, an ATR-42 with registration number NGR 931, crashed […] According to Vanguard News: The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condoled with the families of personnel killed in the Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft crash near Igbokoda, Ondo State, demanding a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/naf-crash-can-demands-transparent-probe-stronger-safety-measures/">NAF crash: CAN demands transparent probe, stronger safety measures</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Blueprint Newspapers: The Senate has indefinitely postponed its planned National Security Summit following the fatal crash of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, headquarters <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/naf-crash-senate-suspends-national-security-summit/" title="NAF crash: Senate suspends national security summit">[...]</a> According to Vanguard News: The Ondo State Government has deployed swamp buggies to assist in recovering the Nigerian Air Force aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area. The state Commissioner for Health, Dr Banji Ajaka, disclosed this at the crash site in Igbokoda, saying the aircraft had sunk deep into the swamp, making access difficult for rescuers. […] The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/ondo-deploys-swamp-buggies-to-recover-naf-jet/">Ondo deploys swamp buggies to recover NAF jet</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Peoples Gazette: ADC stated that the incident highlighted the poor funding of defence budgets in the country. The post <a href="https://gazettengr.com/adc-expresses-sadness-over-aircraft-crash-seeks-audit-of-naf-fleet/">ADC expresses sadness over aircraft crash, seeks audit of NAF fleet </a> appeared first on <a href="https://gazettengr.com">Peoples Gazette Nigeria</a>. According to Vanguard News: The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has called for a thorough, transparent and independent investigation into the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Ondo State, which claimed lives, with the findings made public. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/pdp-demands-transparent-independent-probe-into-naf-aircraft-crash/">PDP demands transparent, independent probe into NAF aircraft crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to TVC News: The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has condoled with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and families of personnel killed in the aircraft crash in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/noa-condoles-naf-families-of-officers-killed-in-igbokoda-crash/">NOA Condoles NAF, Families of Officers Killed In Igbokoda Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Northern Governors’ Forum has expressed grief over the death of 32 people in the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/northern-governors-pay-tribute-to-fallen-military-personnel-in-ondo-crash/ According to Ripples Nigeria: The Nigeria Air Force (NAF) has released the names of personnel and passengers in the crashed NAF 931… The post <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/naf-releases-names-of-passengers-crew-of-ill-fated-aircraft/">NAF releases names of passengers, crew of ill-fated aircraft</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com">Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Nigerian Air Force has opened a condolence register in Abuja for the 32 victims of its ATR-42 aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-air-crash-naf-opens-condolence-register-in-abuja/ According to Channels TV: All persons aboard the aircraft died following the crash. The post <a href="https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/06/senate-postpones-security-summit-in-honour-of-naf-aircraft-crash-victims/">Senate Postpones Security Summit In Honour Of NAF Aircraft Crash Victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.channelstv.com">Channels Television</a>. According to Ripples Nigeria: Following the crash of a Nigerian Air Force aircraft in Ondo, in which many people died, the African… The post <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/ondo-crash-adc-compares-funds-released-for-naf-presidency-aircraft-maintenance/">ONDO CRASH: ADC compares funds released for NAF, presidency aircraft maintenance</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com">Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The ADC has called for an audit of NAF aircraft maintenance funds after a crash in Ondo, questioning the disparity in funding with the Presidential Air Fle Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-crash-adc-questions-n4-5bn-naf-aircraft-maintenance-release-seeks-audit/ According to THISDAY: • New date to be announced later • Senate mourns fallen military personnel Sunday Aborisade in Abuja  The Senate has postponed indefinitely its planned two-day National Security Summit following the According to Nigerian Tribune: The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has expressed condolences to the families of personnel and passengers who lost their lives in the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR 42 aircraft, NAF 931, crash in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-mourns-25-lives-lost-in-ondo-aircraft-accident/">NAF mourns 25 lives lost in Ondo aircraft accident</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expressed sadness over the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda... The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-aircraft-crash-adc-demands-audit-of-defence-maintenance-budget/">NAF aircraft crash: ADC demands audit of defence maintenance budget</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMingFBVV95cUxQRFd0VzExdm1lSjUzT1B5LU53R2NJYlRkNm9vc3FzaUZyRVRUXzR4V3VXNjJRcVFvZGxnU1BlQ0xJX0FnbV9NX2VyUEZqRTRvRjdIY3Uxa09INHZfbzNYaVJTV3hmSmtuZDRCYVpad2wxU2I2T0p4Tmx3UEp4UjY5ejBUajYwbVNkNFhFSU5PS0xuOEZPOWRJdno2bWFrUQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Shettima Pays Tribute To NAF Officers Killed In Ondo Crash</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi7wFBVV95cUxNdDR0M2U5Vk9sQjh2OEFQRlZJeWR4M3UzWjQ1ZkZGTUtHd2VXeVNiZUZQa0JUSy04bWZRZWlDLXpiSTJYaHRudUl5d3FGRHJVWWUwUVpMdlhJZlpwZzRjR2NiNGdHZUtFbFF5N1QzTlRZUE5UdXVrQWl4MkR4RTdXQkZVWWcwYTlEVEREUERQTk1iallqYnZ2bC05bU5BSUJQVWVfaEszQnJGZEpfU2c1a0NsMXpMT19xUmdSQ0RGR0dpS2pfWHB2c3hzRm1LR3I4WVl6U0RtcTJEdnlJakRQQ19yM0kxOWt2aXBxcmFwOA?oc=5" target="_blank">UPDATED: No survivors as Nigeria releases names of crew members, passengers killed in crashed aircraft</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiuAFBVV95cUxPb3ZveG9KV1ZZZl9nd3VNbVU5M2U4S3RZNmRNbmxPeVZ4bkdNbURHZGtFNmh4ajBaTU12TzFuNS1maExhUVVraGhWb3pFYm1LbFBPclhDOWtXU1ZWNUlLQ0NoekNYTFlmRHI1bVpIOUlaQ3hFcVpoSFg0WVBMYlRrRHJkSkVmSlJIZFI1RndSUEJMOHZzLWdlU3BQSGtOLUw3dWdQQWVFRldQbC1MSzNGdW1OM2NPVGJj?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF Aircraft Crash: 24 hours after, victims’ remains still trapped in Ondo swamp</a>  guardian.ng</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMisAFBVV95cUxNMHM4dTRBbWl1UFRfUlZRY0VYM1FWcDVUeWpNQUk5ekI1Q21EcDktQzA0NTBiVXlQV2NKSDlGcTFnT3BnMjVGSFZhQ0xYbks4ZHF5aUhvY3VqLW5QNnBZVGFMRVFYbThnc1FUNDRldm54ZG92cy13WHlJb2hFcXJFY0gxaFI2Tm5VOFVXYlJnWHRtNnc3UHI4QlREYUJKd3hDdG9zblNYYzJybDk2Q3QxNQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Senate Postpones Security Summit In Honour Of NAF Aircraft Crash Victims</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMihgFBVV95cUxOaWlicW9aRnBPUWk2Z0 According to Premium Times: <img alt="The amphiboius escavator being rolled in for operation at Igbokoda on Tuesday" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="1920" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/174643-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1920&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="2560" />The difficult terrain also hampered its deployment in the water and as of 2 p.m. on Tuesday when this report was filed, the escavator that would have speeded up the process was still ashore trying to figure out how to get into the water. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/914985-military-aircraft-crash-manual-bush-cutting-difficult-terrain-impede-rescue-operation.html">Military Aircraft Crash: Manual bush cutting, difficult terrain impede rescue operation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to PM News Nigeria: Leader of the Senate and Chairman, Senate Ad-hoc Committee on the National Security Summit, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele made this disclosure in a statement he personally signed on Tuesday. According to Daily Trust: The Senate has indefinitely postponed its two-day National Security Summit, initially scheduled for October 12 and 13, 2026, following the tragic crash of a Nigerian Air Force aircraft in Ondo State that claimed 32 lives. The decision was announced on Tuesday in a statement personally signed by Senate Leader and Chairman of the Senate Ad-hoc […] According to Punch Nigeria: The Senate has postponed its national security summit in honour of 25 officers and seven crew members who died in a Nigerian Air Force plane crash in Ondo Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-suspends-security-summit-over-ondo-air-crash/ According to PM News Nigeria: According to the Statement, "Governor Radda commiserated with President and Commander-in-Chief, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Chief of the Air According to TVC News: The Nigerian Air Force has opened a condolence register at its Conference Centre in Kado, Abuja, following the tragic accident involving NAF 931. The NAF disclosed this in a statement posted on its official X handle on Tuesday, as it expressed appreciation for the outpouring of sympathy, prayers and solidarity following the crash. The Air […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/igbokoda-plane-crash-naf-opens-condolence-register-in-abuja/">Igbokoda Plane Crash: NAF Opens Condolence Register in Abuja</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Leadership Newspaper: Presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, Governor Seyi Makinde, has called for a comprehensive investigation into the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft near the Igbokoda Naval Base in Ondo State. Makinde, through his presidential campaign organisation, said the crash, which reportedly claimed at least 25 lives, had renewed concerns over […] According to Punch Nigeria: The Ondo State Police Commissioner says efforts to remove the wreckage of a crashed military aircraft are difficult due to the swampy terrain in Igbokoda. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-air-crash-wreckage-of-aircraft-difficult-to-remove-cp/ According to Sun News Online: Residents of Igbokoda in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State have recounted their desperate but unsuccessful efforts to rescue passengers and crew trapped inside a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft that crashed in a swampy area of the community. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/residents-recount-desperate-attempt-to-rescue-32-naf-crash-victims/">Residents recount desperate attempt to rescue 32 NAF crash victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Peoples Gazette: Mr Issa-Onilu said the fallen officers represented courage, discipline, patriotism and commitment to national service. The post <a href="https://gazettengr.com/noa-%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0condoles-naf-families-of/">NOA ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‍‍⁠‌‍‌⁠‌condoles NAF, families of officers in crashed aircraft in Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://gazettengr.com">Peoples Gazette Nigeria</a>. According to Vanguard News: The Senate has postponed its planned two-day National Security Summit, earlier scheduled for Monday, 12th and Tuesday, 13th October, 2026, until further notice. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/naf-aircraft-crash-senate-postpones-security-summit-to-honour-victims/">NAF aircraft crash: Senate postpones security summit to honour victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Sun News Online: Recovery efforts are continuing at the site of the military aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, with the difficult swampy terrain hampering attempts to remove the wreckage and recover victims. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/ondo-crash-why-wreckage-is-difficult-to-remove-cp/">Ondo crash: Why wreckage is difficult to remove – CP</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to PM News Nigeria: Man-Ugwueje was identified as the co-pilot of the ill-fated aircraft. The aircraft was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos when it crashed near the naval base at Igbokoda. According to Business Day: <img alt="ADC" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" height="400" src="https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ADC-large.png" width="700" />…Questions funding for aircraft maintenance The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has questioned the funding and maintenance of Nigerian Air Force read more <a href="https://businessday.ng/news/article/adc-demands-defence-spending-audit-after-naf-crash-kills-25-in-ondo/">ADC demands defence spending audit after NAF crash kills 25 in Ondo</a> According to Vanguard News: By Dayo Johnson, Akure The Ondo State Police Command says it is awaiting heavy-duty equipment to aid the recovery of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area, on Monday. The state Commissioner of Police, Felix Ohagwu, disclosed this after visiting the crash site, noting that the swampy terrain had […] The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/ondo-police-await-heavy-equipment-to-recover-crashed-naf-aircraft/">Ondo Police await heavy equipment to recover crashed NAF aircraft</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Vanguard News: "We have tried our best to rescue them, but the aircraft was deeply buried inside the swamp. Our people here have tried a lot" The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/why-we-couldnt-rescue-crashed-air-force-aircraft-victims-lgbokoda-residents/">‘Why we couldn’t rescue Air Force aircraft crash victims’ – lgbokoda residents</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Blueprint Newspapers: Squadron Leader Ahamefule Man-Ugwueje, one of the co-pilots aboard the Nigerian Air Force ATR 42-500MP aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo state, on Monday, was <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/ondo-crash-air-force-pilot-confirmed-dead-2-weeks-after-wedding/" title="Ondo crash: Air Force pilot confirmed dead 2 weeks after wedding">[...]</a> According to Vanguard News: The Ondo State Government has deployed medical personnel and ambulances to the site of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/ondo-%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0deploys-medical-team-am/">Ondo ‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍‍‍⁠⁠‍‌deploys medical team, ambulances to NAF aircraft crash site</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Premium Times: <img alt="Commissioner of Police, Felix Ohagwu addressing the press" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="960" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/IMG-20261006-WA0025.jpg?fit=1280%2C960&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="1280" />"Most of the heavy technical support needed are being awaited. Most of the scene have been calmed down. We are still expecting a bigger machine to be able to pull the wreckage from the water." The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/914936-military-aircraft-crash-we-are-still-expecting-heavy-equipment-to-lift-the-wreckage-police-commissioner.html">Military Aircraft Crash: ‘We are still expecting heavy equipment to lift the wreckage’ – Police Commissioner</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to TVC News: Recovery of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, has been delayed by difficult swampy terrain and a lack of heavy-duty equipment needed to evacuate the wreckage. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/ondo-aircraft-crash-swampy-terrain-lack-of-heavy-equipment-delay-wreckage-recovery/">Ondo Aircraft Crash: Swampy Terrain, Lack Of Heavy Equipment Delay Wreckage Recovery</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Vanguard News: By Dayo Johnson, Akure AKURE — Evacuation of victims of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, has been stalled by the swampy and inaccessible terrain where the aircraft went down. Twenty-four hours after the incident, emergency responders were still battling to retrieve the wreckage […] The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/difficult-terrain-stalls-evacuation-of-victims-24-hours-after-ondo-plane-crash/">Difficult terrain stalls evacuation of victims 24 hours after Ondo plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: Security operatives on Tuesday tightened access to the site of Monday’s Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash in Igbokoda, the headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, as the recovery of the victims and wreckage remained ongoing more than 24 hours after the incident. The crash site, located about 500 metres east of […] The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-aircraft-security-tightens-grip-on-igbokoda-crash-site/">NAF aircraft: Security tightens grip on Igbokoda crash site</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Channels TV: Movement to the scene has been restricted as residents and sympathisers continue to troop to the area to see the situation for themselves. The post <a href="https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/06/navy-marine-police-begin-search-for-bodies-of-victims-wreckage-of-crashed-aircraft/">Navy, Marine Police Begin Search For Bodies Of Victims, Crashed Aircraft Wreckage</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.channelstv.com">Channels Television</a>. According to BBC News Africa: President Bola Tinubu describes the crash as a "painful moment" for the military and the entire nation. According to TVC News: The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has expressed grief over the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash near a naval base in the Igbokoda area of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/ondo-aircraft-crash-defence-minister-mourns-25-victims/">Ondo Aircraft Crash: Defence Minister Mourns 25 Victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Nigeria Governors’ Forum has expressed grief over the tragic crash of a Nigerian Air Force aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State, which killed 25 people. Read More: https://punchng.com/ngf-mourns-victims-of-ondo-aircraft-crash/ According to ICIR Nigeria: The NAF 931 aircraft that crashed in Ondo State on October 5 had spent almost four years at a specialist aircraft maintenance facility in Germany, where its right engine and other components were removed. This is according to aviation records reviewed by The ICIR. The aircraft, an ATR 42-500MP Surveyor with manufacturer serial number 800, […] The post <a href="https://www.icirnigeria.org/naf-931-spent-nearly-four-years-in-germany-for-maintenance-before-ondo-crash/">NAF 931 spent nearly four years in Germany for maintenance before Ondo crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.icirnigeria.org">The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19</a>. According to TVC News: The Pilot of the ATR 42 Nigerian Air Force plane that crashed in Igbokoda in the Ilaje Local government area of Ondo State On Monday October 5 has been identified as Squadron Leader Ahamefule “Man” Ugweje, whose death comes barely two weeks after his wedding. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/naf-crash-pilot-dies-two-weeks-after-wedding-as-tinubu-orders-probe/">NAF Crash: Pilot Dies Two Weeks After Wedding As Tinubu Orders Probe</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: An APC chieftain, Tolu Bankole, has commended President Tinubu for ordering a probe into the NAF aircraft crash in Ondo State that killed 32 people. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-air-crash-apc-chieftain-backs-tinubus-call-for-probe/ According to Daily Trust: The Northern Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NNGF) has expressed profound grief over the tragic crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, which claimed the lives of all the persons on board. Chairman of the forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, in a condolence […] According to Punch Nigeria: Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has commiserated with President Tinubu and the Nigerian Air Force over the fatal military air crash in Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-air-crash-diri-condoles-with-tinubu-naf-victims-families/ According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi7wFBVV95cUxNdDR0M2U5Vk9sQjh2OEFQRlZJeWR4M3UzWjQ1ZkZGTUtHd2VXeVNiZUZQa0JUSy04bWZRZWlDLXpiSTJYaHRudUl5d3FGRHJVWWUwUVpMdlhJZlpwZzRjR2NiNGdHZUtFbFF5N1QzTlRZUE5UdXVrQWl4MkR4RTdXQkZVWWcwYTlEVEREUERQTk1iallqYnZ2bC05bU5BSUJQVWVfaEszQnJGZEpfU2c1a0NsMXpMT19xUmdSQ0RGR0dpS2pfWHB2c3hzRm1LR3I4WVl6U0RtcTJEdnlJakRQQ19yM0kxOWt2aXBxcmFwOA?oc=5" target="_blank">UPDATED: No survivors as Nigeria releases names of crew members, passengers killed in crashed aircraft</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiugFBVV95cUxQM2NBQW1WejF4aHpkVEhpaWYtV3A0WFhFOUwwcFRYd2JlS3VvQloxYlhvOVg4cU5lNFkwU1RFSTQ2dlJiT0pLc0E1Y1NxN01EbEkzaUs5OS03ekZMYkxhMDJVT2JhanhocWRXSlhPZmlQdFlCVWxKQ2R1OVFVUzRMSVNBZlZFNzh2M0RVTUhUa0dZWDR5YUNLeVVDTU5HUXlOWndhaDZFOTM4TkRyOHJsXzRuS28zOVptU1E?oc=5" target="_blank">FULL LIST: NAF Releases Names Of 25 Crew, Passengers Killed In 931 Aircraft Crash</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMigwFBVV95cUxOWWlzc0xJcEZndE0tZDJsRWk2NTlsWTctb3h1ZGJ6bVQzQ3hMSWJwMHRmdTVzQTI5bjVTLTl2NFVQUXFHRDE5VzRKNnJKUG9VZFBzNVVpUFpITGRPOXlId2dIbjg4eENvZjI0dkphaWlVdGxjNTJFa25fTlhCdUgtOTJGdw?oc=5" target="_blank">PHOTOS: Ondo air crash pilot dies two weeks after wedding</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwAFBVV95cUxQTU1PWDAzTTZ3SWJvaktOOC1fb0VvSkV6UzNtb1JJT09HVk53QWl2RkEyTW5kVzlCcS1kbmxaUEw2eVl1aDhkbEc0T2FoMTZXVENPeVNtRVMxT1BFT3F4cXVWZmhzeXpVQnZlNnR0b1Fza3otMGpyUTlIM3NwZFlrcDI3MEo2bFR0ejlVV0xRTVhLb2ZXNHMtT1RLZW43TEctcEFiVjI0dGI1M1hHaFRmZFBvblRKRGRHWW5CaDVaVWg?oc=5" target="_blank">BREAKING: Newly Married Nigerian Air Force Squadron Leader, Aham Man Ugweje Identified As Pilot Of Crashed Aircraft In Ondo</a>  Sahara Reporters</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/ar According to Punch Nigeria: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed condolences to the families of the 25 people who died in a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Ondo Sta Read More: https://punchng.com/no-words-can-comfort-families-of-naf-air-crash-victims-atiku/ According to Punch Nigeria: Squadron Leader Ahamefule Aham Man-Ugwueje, a pilot in the Ondo air crash, has died just two weeks after his wedding in Abuja, the Nigerian Air Force confi Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-ondo-air-crash-pilot-dies-two-weeks-after-wedding/ According to THISDAY: Mr Maurice Oripenaiye, Chairman, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, has said efforts ongoing to recover the bodies of the people on board the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) aircraft According to Leadership Newspaper: The Defence Headquarters has ordered an investigation into the crash of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR-42 aircraft near the Naval Base in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. The aircraft was on a routine flight from Benin City to Lagos when the incident occurred, with military personnel and some members of their […] According to Punch Nigeria: Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured families of the 25 personnel killed in the Ondo crash that the FG will stand by them beyond words of condolence. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-crash-fg-wont-abandon-bereaved-families-says-shettima/ According to AfricaNews.com: The Nigerian Air Force on Tuesday said 25 people died in the crash of one of its planes a day earlier, lowering a previous death toll. No survivors were found. Civilian family members travelling aboard the plane were among the victims. According to Vanguard News: “We extend our condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in this tragic accident and to the people of Nigeria,” the ministry said. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/turkiye-commiserates-with-nigeria-over-military-plane-crash/">Türkiye commiserates with Nigeria over military plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Politics Nigeria: Former Vice-President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has described the military aircraft crash in Ondo State that claimed 25 lives as heartbreaking. Atiku, in a condolence message issued on Tuesday through his social media handles, said he was deeply saddened by the loss of the Nigerian Air Force personnel, soldiers … This article first appeared on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/06/its-heartbreaking-atiku-reacts-to-ondo-military-air-crash/">Politics Nigeria</a>: https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/06/its-heartbreaking-atiku-reacts-to-ondo-military-air-crash/ The post <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/06/its-heartbreaking-atiku-reacts-to-ondo-military-air-crash/">It’s Heartbreaking – Atiku Reacts To Ondo Military Air Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com">Politics Nigeria</a>. According to Vanguard News: Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said the Nigerian Air Force aircraft which crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State on Monday is a profoundly painful moment for Nigeria as a nation and, particularly, for the Nigerian Air Force. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/naf-aircraft-crash-painful-moment-for-our-nation-akpabio/">NAF aircraft crash: Painful moment for our nation – Akpabio</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Vanguard News: The 36 state governors under the aegis of the Nigeria Governors' Forum, NGF, have expressed deep sorrow over the Monday tragic crash of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft in the Igbokoda area of Ilaje Local Government Area, Ondo State, which resulted in the loss of gallant military personnel and other passengers on board. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/governors-mourn-naf-air-crash-victims/">Governors mourn NAF air crash victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: The Defence Headquarters has ordered a probe into the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State, as rescue operations continue. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-air-crash-dhq-orders-probe-as-rescue-operations-continue/ According to Punch Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu has mourned Nigerian Air Force personnel who died in an aircraft crash, declaring that their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-mourns-fallen-air-force-personnel-says-sacrifice-wont-be-forgotten/ According to Business Hallmark: The Nigerian Air Force has confirmed that all 25 people aboard an NAF ATR-42 aircraft that crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State are dead. The aircraft, identified as NAF 931, was on a routine flight from Benin to Lagos when the accident occurred. The NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore […] According to TVC News: The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has deployed a technical team to the crash site of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft near Igbokoda in Ondo State. NEMA Director General, Mrs Zubaida Umar, activated the agency’s Director of Search and Rescue, Air Commodore Bature Usman, to lead the team to reinforce ongoing search and recovery […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/nema-deploys-technical-team-to-ondo-military-plane-crash-site/">NEMA Deploys Technical Team To Ondo Military Plane Crash Site</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to PM News Nigeria: The NAF said search-and-rescue operations were activated immediately after the accident, with response efforts carried out in coordination with relevant authorities. According to Punch Nigeria: The Chairman of the House of Reps Committee on Air Force has urged Nigerians to remain calm following the crash of a NAF aircraft in Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-air-crash-reps-air-force-committee-chairman-urges-calm/ According to THISDAY: * Says nation owes enduring debt of gratitude to fallen heroes, stands with bereaved families Deji Elumoye in Abuja  Vice-President Kashim Shettima has paid tribute to the officers and those According to Punch Nigeria: The Minister of Agriculture, Abubakar Kyari, has commiserated with President Tinubu and the NAF over the crash of an ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo Stat Read More: https://punchng.com/agriculture-minister-expresses-condolences-over-military-air-crash/ According to TVC News: The Makinde-Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation (MDPCO) has demanded a comprehensive investigation into Monday’s military aircraft crash in Ondo State. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/makinde-campaign-demands-probe-of-airforce-atr-42-crash/">Makinde Campaign Demands Probe Of Airforce ATR 42 Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to PM News Nigeria: NAF said search-and-rescue procedures were immediately activated and carried out in coordination with relevant authorities, but no survivors were found. According to Nigerian Tribune: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has released the names of the 25 people who died in a military aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, on Monday. The victims were made up of five crew members and 20 passengers who were on board the aircraft when it crashed, according to the NAF. The aircraft was conducting […] The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/full-list-naf-releases-names-of-victims-of-military-aircraft-crash/">FULL LIST: NAF releases names of victims of military aircraft crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Vanguard News: DHQ also condoled with the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the entire Armed Forces family. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/dhq-mourns-naf-aircraft-crash-victims-begins-investigations/">DHQ mourns NAF aircraft crash victims, begins investigations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to TVC News: Nigerian Newspapers reported on a variety of issues ranging from the tragic crash of the Nigerian Airforce ATR 42 plane that claimed the lives of 19 Airforce personnel, Six Civilians, comprising 20 passengers and Five crew members who were heading to Lagos from Benin City. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/nigerian-newspapers-october-6th-airforce-plane-crash-103-million-voters-others/">Nigerian Newspapers October 6th: Airforce Plane Crash, 103 Million Voters, Others</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to ICIR Nigeria: THE Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has released the names of the 25 people who died in the crash involving its ATR 42 aircraft, NAF 931, in Igbokoda, Ondo State. The aircraft, which had five crew members and 20 passengers on board, crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ilaje Local Government Area of the state on […] The post <a href="https://www.icirnigeria.org/naf-releases-names-of-officers-on-board-ill-fated-aircraft-that-crashed-in-ondo/">NAF releases names of officers on board ill-fated aircraft that crashed in Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.icirnigeria.org">The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19</a>. According to Nairametrics: The Nigerian Air Force has released the names of the 25 people who died in the military aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, confirming that there were no survivors. The post <a href="https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/06/nigerian-air-force-releases-names-of-25-people-killed-in-ondo-crash/">Nigerian Air Force releases names of 25 people killed in Ondo crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://nairametrics.com">Nairametrics</a>. According to Sun News Online: President Bola Tinubu has described the death of 25 people in the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash in Ondo State as “a painful moment” for Nigeria, saying the nation will not forget the sacrifice of the fallen personnel. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/this-is-painful-moment-for-nigeria-tinubu-declares-over-naf-aircraft-crash/">‘This is painful moment for Nigeria’, Tinubu declares over NAF aircraft crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Blueprint Newspapers: The Nigerian Air Force has released the names of the 25 personnel and passengers on board the ill-fated NAF 931 ATR-42 aircraft that crashed in <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/naf-releases-names-of-personnel-killed-in-ondo-air-crash/" title="Breaking: NAF releases names of personnel killed in Ondo air crash">[...]</a> According to Sun News Online: The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has expressed profound condolences to the families of the personnel and passengers who lost their lives following the accident involving Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR 42 aircraft, NAF 931, in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/naf-releases-names-of-deceased-officers-in-ill-fated-atr-42-plane-crash/">NAF releases names of deceased officers in ill-fated ATR 42 plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Vanguard News: The Air Force said 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 post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/breaking-naf-releases-names-of-25-victims-killed-in-military-plane-crash-full-list/">Full list: NAF releases names of 25 victims killed in military plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Premium Times: <img alt="ATR-42 aircraft nAF" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="360" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/images-27-e1791233109237.jpg?fit=541%2C360&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="541" />The air force now says a total of 25 people were in the crashed aircraft. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/914791-breaking-no-survivors-as-nigeria-releases-names-of-crew-members-passengers-killed-in-crashed-aircraft.html">No survivors as Nigeria releases names of crew members, passengers killed in crashed aircraft</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to Channels TV: The Vice President conveyed his condolences to the families of the deceased, as well as the officers, airmen and airwomen of the Nigerian Air Force, describing the tragedy as a painful national loss. The post <a href="https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/06/shettima-pays-tribute-to-naf-officers-killed-in-ondo-crash/">Shettima Pays Tribute To NAF Officers Killed In Ondo Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.channelstv.com">Channels Television</a>. According to Punch Nigeria: A Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft with 32 people on board has crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, after vanishing from radar shortly after take-off. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-air-crash-naf-plane-vanished-from-radar-shortly-after-take-off/ According to Daily Trust: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has released the identities of the people who died in the crash involving an NAF ATR 42 aircraft in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State, on Monday. The aircraft, NAF 931, was carrying five crew members and 20 passengers when it crashed during a routine mission from Benin to Lagos. […] According to Punch Nigeria: The Nigerian Air Force has released the full list of the 25 victims, including five crew and 20 passengers, who died in its aircraft crash in Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-naf-names-25-victims-of-ondo-aircraft-crash/ According to Channels TV: Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has expressed profound condolences to the families of the personnel and passengers who lost their lives in the accident. The post <a href="https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/06/full-list-naf-releases-names-of-25-crew-passengers-killed-in-931-aircraft-crash/">FULL LIST: NAF Releases Names Of 25 Crew, Passengers Killed In 931 Aircraft Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.channelstv.com">Channels Television</a>. According to Vanguard News: “But beyond the uniforms they wore and the ranks they held, they were husbands and wives, fathers and mothers, sons and daughters, brothers and sisters. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/ondo-crash-nigeria-owes-an-enduring-debt-of-gratitude-to-officers-shettima/">Ondo crash: Nigeria owes an enduring debt of gratitude to officers – Shettima </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Sun News Online: The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Air Force, Kabiru Usman Alhassan, has expressed deep concern over the crash of the Nigerian Air Force( NAF) ATR-42 aircraft in Ondo State. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/reps-express-concern-over-naf-plane-crash/">Reps express concern over NAF plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Peoples Gazette: Defence minister Christopher Musa has mourned the victims of the Nigerian Air Force plane crash in Igbokoda village, Ondo. The post <a href="https://gazettengr.com/defence-minister-mourns-victims-of-naf-plane-crash/">Defence minister mourns victims of NAF plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://gazettengr.com">Peoples Gazette Nigeria</a>. According to Peoples Gazette: PDP has condoled with the Nigerian Air Force and families of victims following the crash of an Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda community of Ondo. The post <a href="https://gazettengr.com/pdp-condoles-families-of-32-officers-killed-in-naf-plane-crash/">PDP condoles families of 32 officers killed in NAF plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://gazettengr.com">Peoples Gazette Nigeria</a>. According to BBC News Africa: President Bola Tinubu describes the crash as a "painful moment" for the military and the entire nation. According to Premium Times: <img alt="Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="390" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-08-225224-e1767909191700.jpg?fit=623%2C390&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="623" />"So, immediately, the Nigerian Navy men, from the information I got, stayed back a bit so that there wouldn't be an explosion or fire outbreak. When they realised it was just an area and saw no sign of fire, they moved in, trying to rescue the people. Then the local emergency management agency from the local government also tried to move in with residents..." The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/914809-military-aircraft-crash-how-naval-personnel-and-residents-try-to-rescue-victims-gov-aiyedatiwa.html">Military Aircraft Crash: How naval personnel and residents try to rescue victims – Gov Aiyedatiwa</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to Vanguard News: Umar stated that the agency intervened to enhance coordination and offer extra technical and operational support to the teams responding to the incident. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/nema-activates-search-team-for-crashed-air-force-aircraft-in-ondo/">NEMA activates search team for crashed air force aircraft in Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to ICIR Nigeria: PRESIDENT Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared three days of national mourning for Nigerian Air Force personnel who died in the crash of an ATR-42 military aircraft in Ondo State. Tinubu also directed that national flags be flown at half-mast across the country in honour of the deceased officers. The president’s directive followed Monday’s crash of […] The post <a href="https://www.icirnigeria.org/tinubu-declares-three-day-mourning-after-ondo-plane-crash-no-survivor-found-says-aiyedatiwa/">Tinubu declares three-day mourning after Ondo plane crash, no survivor found, says Aiyedatiwa</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.icirnigeria.org">The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19</a>. According to TVC News: Vice President Kashim Shettima has paid tribute to the Nigerian Air Force personnel who died in Monday’s aircraft crash in Ondo State, saying their sacrifice in the service of the nation will never be forgotten. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/ondo-air-crash-shettima-says-fallen-officers-sacrifice-will-never-be-forgotten/">Ondo Air Crash: Shettima Says Fallen Officers’ Sacrifice Will Never Be Forgotten</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Air Force, Hon. Kabiru Usman Alhassan, has expressed deep sadness and concern over The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-aircraft-crash-reps-panel-expresses-concern-prays-for-victims/">NAF aircraft crash: Reps panel expresses concern, prays for victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiW0FVX3lxTE1nN011QjE1TnRUT3ltV2VramRJSnpXNVVBc3FHSmMtVlU4WjFDZk1VbDQyc1ZxVFgtTXpUdmpqcXNWX1V4VTFMVTd0dk40aWd2S1JhUzloWjY4Tzg?oc=5" target="_blank">Nigerian Air Force plane crash: Bola Tinubu declares three days of mourning as 32 killed</a>  BBC</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiV0FVX3lxTFA3TFRKdlhIOWo5enlUbmdva2hRbEUyTVdrTDlzZndBUzVOSzVYYVdYVmttaE9HU1pYaDZLZDk0RTZDVmJUTzdZMjI2dnE1dWxfaDVyb3d3SQ?oc=5" target="_blank">KAI TSAYE Abubuwan da ke faruwa a Najeriya da sassan duniya</a>  BBC</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMinwFBVV95cUxQMkdITWpnaUo4SDZkdFcwXy14R1ZoaHl5Z3dXSGRndmg5RG11ZEJwbjRIUnUyaS1JelBGVlo5NVNxaHhLTmFoX3VXdjAzS05YX2V2OE5OQkxHcFQyOVl1X1RQb1dWNkhkXy11R09LWXhJUkdoa0lJcUI0YV9RUmZFZExnUVI2SS1DZXRIMFQ2WUxLZ25PN01YZUJWQlhiSEk?oc=5" target="_blank">No survivor as NAF releases names of 25 victims killed in aircraft crash</a>  The Guardian Nigeria News</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwAFBVV95cUxQTU1PWDAzTTZ3SWJvaktOOC1fb0VvSkV6UzNtb1JJT09HVk53QWl2RkEyTW5kVzlCcS1kbmxaUEw2eVl1aDhkbEc0T2FoMTZXVENPeVNtRVMxT1BFT3F4cXVWZmhzeXpVQnZlNnR0b1Fza3otMGpyUTlIM3NwZFlrcDI3MEo2bFR0ejlVV0xRTVhLb2ZXNHMtT1RLZW43TEctcEFiVjI0dGI1M1hHaFRmZFBvblRKRGRHWW5CaDVaVWg?oc=5" target="_blank">BREAKING: Newly Married Nigerian Air Force Squadron Leader, Aham Man Ugweje Identified As Pilot Of Crashed Aircraft In Ondo</a>  Sahara Reporters</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMingFBVV95cUxQRFd0VzExdm1lSjUzT1B5LU53R2NJYlRkNm9vc3FzaUZyRVRUXzR4V3VXNjJRcVFvZGxnU1BlQ0xJX0FnbV9NX2VyUEZqRTRvRjdIY3Uxa09INHZfbzNYaVJTV3hmSmtuZDRCYVpad2wxU2I2T0p4Tmx3UEp4UjY5ejBUajYwbVNkNFhFSU5PS0xuOEZPOWRJdno2bWFrUQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Shettima Pays Tribute To NAF Officers Killed In Ondo Crash</a>  <li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiW0FVX3lxTE1nN011QjE1TnRUT3ltV2VramRJSnpXNVVBc3FHSmMtVlU4WjFDZk1VbDQyc1ZxVFgtTXpUdmpqcXNWX1V4VTFMVTd0dk40aWd2S1JhUzloWjY4Tzg?oc=5" target="_blank">Nigeria military plane crash: Bola Tinubu declares three days of mourning as 32 killed</a>  bbc.com</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMirwFBVV95cUxQNE51X19nOGtkQ1NHNTByUlVRZXJEcW9iNURFZzAtOWJRZWNVOUdNRldSejhGWnJhcVV3aEV4U29rczZqcFE5MHRxU3hpZVd5eGtDazFiTWl1VDduT2x6UjJDSHVMdWtsNWxycmtZMk1jUDVwZjY1cFA2WUlvamV1amlXX3hOZ2p5VFd5LTNFc2FWQllkb1BPZ1JrVjg0WjN2ekFrLVNUUkNMVGNmU1h3?oc=5" target="_blank">32 Souls, One Morning: Why The Ondo Crash Has Forced Nigeria To Look Back</a>  channelstv.com</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMikgFBVV95cUxQTjVtX3NnbldJdDRydFVmQTNyc3hnTWxUTXcxNGtCdWNwbFlfc2pvVXl5VFBXbGRHSjdRa05RbGp2OS1XMnJ0c1Bud2p4LUZVclR1d0k4VUxLbUxfeUstNV9lb0xRSWItWDNNTmVkUzJfUXBmeFB6bUF6ZlhDTnFsNUZ5LVJtemNKdzYyM3JCanoyZw?oc=5" target="_blank">Ondo air crash: NAF plane vanished from radar shortly after take-off</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiyAFBVV95cUxQYUw0LVlNZEt2RHdYUVhKMWdnelJQWGdoNjdUalBWZkF6dUx0R0xkdDZHYlpxUElNRFotdXZCamlHVExSTUZob2d0VFBrWTk0UlBtRVZqbkd6eXZNZGNjc0owOFh5QktZTDFGeTJZaG1vWi0yeWZkTnNzSFZBNE0xa3hGQi1ZVW9GVGFIRzBfWV9pelhfbHBLV1UxVlVBcGdfenZyNGZsb0VSaWpoTG0xc0hBekp4dTRZclM0V3piVVNNNmpSMmhrWQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Military Aircraft Crash: Ondo governor orders emergency, logistics support</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqwFBVV95cUxOeVRNU0xCNmppQjNZdVk2eTBaRnNMc0dyOWYzZ0FseDRrckVrdzJjR2t6eW04MG1oMDNiRHVUV3RUbTBtT3V3M1BobUloRTZaOU52amdmN1d5bmJpVTRzN2kwUmRTVERiWUhhU2UtY2xnSFNPT1JLemh3QmZOcWZHVVlsdHhTMFMtTnc4dGc3QkxJaV9ZR1QzakRaMGUyYlhPNnNXZW1nZHhOZXfSAbABQVVfeXFMTzVm According to PM News Nigeria: The party, led by its National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, made the call in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong. According to Nigerian Tribune: •25 passengers, seven crew on board MINISTER of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, confirmed that 25 passengers and seven crew members were on board the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) aircraft that went down in Igbokoda, Ondo State, on Monday. The aircraft, an ATR-42, with registration number NGR 931, was on a routine mission […] The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/military-aircraft-crash-in-igbokoda-eyewitnesses-recount-horror-tinubu-declares-three-day-mourning/">Military aircraft crash in Igbokoda: Eyewitnesses recount horror, Tinubu declares three-day mourning</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Sun News Online: Human remains, aircraft wreckage and personal belongings have been recovered from the scene of Monday’s Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, with a resident saying the condition of the site suggested there were no survivors. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/ondo-aircraft-crash-human-remains-found-as-32-feared-dead/">Ondo aircraft crash: Human remains found as 32 feared dead</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Blueprint Newspapers: All the 32 persons on board a Nigerian military aircraft that crashed on Monday are feared dead. The indication to this effect was contained in <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/how-lagos-bound-naf-aircraft-crashed-with-32-on-board/" title="How Lagos-bound NAF aircraft crashed with 32 on board ">[...]</a> According to Blueprint Newspapers: President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sadness over the crash on Monday morning of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet near a naval base in <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/tinubu-mourns-naf-personnel-in-ondo-jet-crash-orders-probe/" title="Tinubu mourns NAF personnel in Ondo jet crash, orders probe">[...]</a> According to Blueprint Newspapers: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Monday condoled with the Nigerian Air Force over the crash of the ATR-42 aircraft near a naval base in Ondo <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/turakis-pdp-faction-condoles-naf-family-over-air-crash/" title="Turaki’s PDP faction condoles NAF, family over air crash">[...]</a> According to Daily Trust: Residents of Igbokoda in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State have recounted moments when a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft crashed into a swampy area near the coastal community on Monday. Some of the witnesses, who spoke to Daily Trust, said they heard a loud explosion from the direction of the waterways as people […] According to Vanguard News: No fewer than 32 persons, including family members of military personnel and crew died yesterday as the ATR-42 plane they were travelling in crashed into a swamp opposite the Naval Base at Igbokoda, Ondo State The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/family-members-military-men-among-32-killed-in-naf-plane-crash-in-ondo/">Family members, military men among 32 killed in NAF plane crash in Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Sun News Online: President Bola Tinubu has declared three days of national mourning and directed that national flags be flown at half-mast across the country in honour of the 25 passengers and seven crew members who died in the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash in Ondo State. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/tinubu-declares-3-day-national-mourning-as-32-die-in-naf-plane-crash/">Tinubu declares 3-day national mourning as 32 die in NAF plane crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to THISDAY: • Orders probe, directs flags flown at half-mast nationwide  •Defence minister, senate c’ttee, others mourn  •Keyamo pledges ministry’s cooperation as service activates search, rescue  •NSIB, NCAA extend condolences      •Aiyedatiwa According to Vanguard News: Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa Rtd, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic crash of NAF ATR 42 aircraft and the loss of officers and airmen who were involved in a routine flight mission to Lagos, describing them as personnel who exemplified the highest standards of loyalty and commitment to the defence of the country. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/defence-minister-expresses-deep-sorrow-over-crash-of-naf-aircraft/">Defence Minister expresses deep sorrow over crash of NAF aircraft</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Vanguard News: Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa Rtd, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic crash of NAF ATR 42 aircraft and the loss of officers and airmen who were involved in a routine flight mission to Lagos, describing them as personnel who exemplified the highest standards of loyalty and commitment to the defence of the country. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/defence-minister-expresses-deep-sorrow-over-crash-of-naf-aircraft/">Defence Minister expresses deep sorrow over crash of NAF aircraft</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Business Hallmark: President Bola Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning following the military aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, which claimed the lives of all 32 people on board. The President also directed that national flags be flown at half-mast across the country in honour of the victims and ordered a thorough investigation into the cause […] According to Premium Times: <img alt="Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="810" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2024/12/GbpMUD6XIAAqOPy-e1733163248411.jpeg?fit=1436%2C810&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="1436" />"To aid ongoing efforts, Governor Aiyedatiwa has directed the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), the Ministry of Health, and relevant security agencies to immediately mobilise and offer full logistical and human support to the Nigerian Air Force and other emergency response agencies in the search and rescue operations currently ongoing at the crash site." The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/914786-military-aircraft-crash-ondo-governor-orders-emergency-logistics-support.html">Military Aircraft Crash: Ondo governor orders emergency, logistics support</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to Leadership Newspaper: President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sadness over the crash on Monday morning of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet near a naval base in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The aircraft was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos when the accident occurred. In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the […] According to Nigerian Tribune: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning for Air Force personnel who died in the crash of The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/naf-aircraft-crash-tinubu-declares-three-day-national-mourning/">NAF aircraft crash: Tinubu declares three-day national mourning</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Daily Trust: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning for those who lost their lives in the Air crash which happened in Ondo State, on Monday. The President also directed that flags be flown at half-mast throughout the country as a mark of respect for the victims. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President […] According to TVC News: President Bola Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning period for Nigerian Air Force personnel who died in the crash of a military aircraft in Ondo State. The President also directed that flags be flown at half-mast across the country in honour of the deceased officers. This was contained in a statement on Monday by […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/just-in-tinubu-declares-three-day-mourning-over-ondo-military-aircraft-crash/">JUST IN: Tinubu Declares Three-Day Mourning Over Ondo Military Aircraft Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Blueprint Newspapers: The Nigerian Senate has commiserated with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), families and loved ones of the victims of the Monday’s plane crash involving s <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/senate-mourns-pays-condolences-to-naf-others-over-ondo-air-crash/" title="Senate mourns, pays condolences to NAF, others over Ondo Air crash">[...]</a> According to Politics Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning for Nigerian Air Force personnel who died in the military aircraft crash in Ondo State. He also directed that flags be flown at half-mast across the country in honour of the officers who lost their lives in the incident. The declaration followed the crash of a … This article first appeared on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/tinubu-declares-3-day-mourning-for-officers-killed-in-aircraft-crash/">Politics Nigeria</a>: https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/tinubu-declares-3-day-mourning-for-officers-killed-in-aircraft-crash/ The post <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/tinubu-declares-3-day-mourning-for-officers-killed-in-aircraft-crash/">Tinubu Declares 3-day Mourning For Officers Killed In Air Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com">Politics Nigeria</a>. According to Arise News: President Tinubu orders a thorough investigation into the NAF jet crash in Ondo and mourns the personnel killed. According to Blueprint Newspapers: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning for Air Force personnel who died in the crash of a military plane on Monday. <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/crashed-naf-aircraft-tinubu-declares-3-day-mourning/" title="Crashed NAF aircraft: Tinubu declares 3-day mourning">[...]</a> According to Sun News Online: No survivor has been found after a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa said on Monday The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/ondo-aircraft-crash-no-survivor-found-aiyedatiwa/">Ondo aircraft crash: No survivor found – Aiyedatiwa</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Nigerian Tribune: Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has expressed shock and profound sadness over the crash of a military jet in Igbokoda, Ondo State, on Monday, which reportedly claimed the lives of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel and crew members on board. In a condolence message, Hon. Kalu commiserated with President Bola […] The post <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/military-plane-crash-kalu-mourns-victims-commiserates-with-tinubu-naf/">Military plane crash: Kalu mourns victims, commiserates with Tinubu, NAF</a> appeared first on <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com">Tribune Online</a>. According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivgFBVV95cUxNcTVNcjc5Rk9CNVRSWWwtNm96QmVtNGFKQVFTOGwzVmY4d29peTJ4UGFIWEpZLWF1ODFMSkszT3YyZ3N5SFNkSXBSYmd5dnhDYmwwWjU1UGpKUEJmVWZJbldGTWhQRFlnU1RFNVhKOFBEYi1YZkdvY1B2ZnJkcXBHbEg3UWNVNkVVWWRaM2RKOC1ZOVlia0xGYU9SSmxUanFscURjRjU0RlI5bFlXYXFEcE85SC1BODRKYjVMdW5n?oc=5" target="_blank">Nigerian military aircraft crashes, killing 32</a>  Reuters</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiuwFBVV95cUxPYlhmVkwtbVowYnMzc2lUV2cxNjNEN0piWUtGU0VSd3kzZkt3dkVKVXV4dGlncWFYQWcteVBFVDE4M2tnYldJUnEyVzJYMUtKVkZiaTRiR1RoajRobkN5X1hCdENIZFJiY0Z5dGZ4ZTZPdU1oZnZoVUxtODYzWktYdGItMG9zN0NndEcwdE52M0dkLUF4NERJNHpEQzdaLWd3SUlMU3Q0RVBpUHVUZnpGU1JVNl9ydVpaRDZ3?oc=5" target="_blank">Tinubu Declares Three-Day National Mourning Over Ondo Military Aircraft Crash</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMirAFBVV95cUxNdnc0R0ljaGRGWk9sY1Y2ZFBLM1hRR21FdC1zbllKeGwwSDdPZWVuMm5UbWpjT2poTzhoVjlGb3lnNUVTN0ZsU21VeWJFblEtRlFiR1VVWHhMaHg3TERWYldkblFBQ2NGTS1YVzRGZkxyUGU1TlV6X2dueHJqUEVnTzZEV19HaFVvODVWOWFLNjFyaURCWnI3YXRKVDJvekJJMUgxZUlqX3ZPZTI10gGyAUFVX3lxTE5TZ0R5THFVUk1FTEM2bWljalZoczd4MlowcmxHZ1RZT0swS291QllGVVU5cFllRTJ6LU1PVS1TZEtYd1I3dmZqSVl5MnQ3cVYyTS1ha2cxM2drVmR4U0NsVG1xQzFQVjlWZ245Z05MQ1loZ0JGX2hUTmVnWWpKdDVJV2k0TFZZc3NkUEZyMGViRk4yY2RHVnVRUmFDRjdNQmFZalhJT2JGUUtJRFNsT1FCUGc?oc=5" target="_blank">Nigeria launches rescue after military plane crashes with 32 aboard</a>  Al Jazeera</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiywFBVV95cUxQUm1tVHpVTXpCbWJGd05YTzh0Z3ZTWXBDSjh0WmV6NnlxSDJaN1MtUlMxRmp6TnJKMzRiOVRmQWl2Tk9VaEtPQWx6YnJtMTRYTW5EZGFIZHVteFZnSkVwSVlQTXVNSFlVUHVDQzl5ZTIyVkh2MW83bFhHR2VVMzJleHItby00b1QtZ2kyMnhJRXFRWWJ3MEI3UUJiVmhoaUhPLVFITkQ5VWk4NnA5YlZrOWRWRk9yVnRMWlQ0QUExV0F6WVItNHNfRlRHVQ?oc=5" target="_blank">What we know about Nigerian military aircraft that fata According to Vanguard News: Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has said no survivor has been recovered from Monday's military aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of the state, with only wreckage of wings, identity cards and uniforms seen. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/ondo-plane-crash-no-survivors-yet-only-wreckage-ids-gov-aiyedatiwa/">Ondo plane crash: No survivors yet, only wreckage, IDs – Gov Aiyedatiwa</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to Premium Times: <img alt="ATR-42 aircraft nAF" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="360" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/images-27-e1791233109237.jpg?fit=541%2C360&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="541" />He also directed that flags should be flown at half-mast throughout the country as a mark of respect to the officers. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/914783-military-aircraft-crash-tinubu-declares-three-day-mourning-says-victims-to-be-named.html">Military Aircraft Crash: Tinubu declares three-day mourning, says victims to be named</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to Sun News Online: President Bola Tinubu has declared three days of national mourning for Nigerian Air Force personnel who died in Monday’s aircraft crash in Ondo State. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/breaking-tinubu-declare-three-day-national-mourning-for-naf-crash-victims/">BREAKING: Tinubu declare three-day national mourning for NAF crash victims</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Vanguard News: President Bola Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning for Air Force personnel who died in the crash of a military plane on Monday. The post <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/crash-tinubu-declares-three-day-mourning-for-air-force-personnel/">Crash: Tinubu declares three-day mourning for Air Force personnel</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com">Vanguard News</a>. According to PM News Nigeria: The Nigerian Air Force aircraft, an ATR-42 jet, crashed on Monday near a naval base in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State while on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos. According to Blueprint Newspapers: The crash of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR-42 aircraft near the Naval Base in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State on Monday, <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/ondo-crash-echoes-of-other-nigerias-air-disasters/" title="Ondo crash: Echoes of other Nigeria’s air disasters">[...]</a> According to Leadership Newspaper:   The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by its National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, has condoled with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and families of victims of an aircraft crash in Ondo State.   The party, in a statement issued on Monday by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, said it was deeply […] According to PM News Nigeria: “From the information we got, no single life was saved up to this moment. They could not see any living soul that was in that aircraft,” Aiyedatiwa said. According to Punch Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu has ordered a probe into the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State, on a mission from Benin to Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-orders-probe-into-naf-aircraft-crash-in-ondo/ According to Google News Nigeria: <ol><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMirAFBVV95cUxNdnc0R0ljaGRGWk9sY1Y2ZFBLM1hRR21FdC1zbllKeGwwSDdPZWVuMm5UbWpjT2poTzhoVjlGb3lnNUVTN0ZsU21VeWJFblEtRlFiR1VVWHhMaHg3TERWYldkblFBQ2NGTS1YVzRGZkxyUGU1TlV6X2dueHJqUEVnTzZEV19HaFVvODVWOWFLNjFyaURCWnI3YXRKVDJvekJJMUgxZUlqX3ZPZTI10gGyAUFVX3lxTE5TZ0R5THFVUk1FTEM2bWljalZoczd4MlowcmxHZ1RZT0swS291QllGVVU5cFllRTJ6LU1PVS1TZEtYd1I3dmZqSVl5MnQ3cVYyTS1ha2cxM2drVmR4U0NsVG1xQzFQVjlWZ245Z05MQ1loZ0JGX2hUTmVnWWpKdDVJV2k0TFZZc3NkUEZyMGViRk4yY2RHVnVRUmFDRjdNQmFZalhJT2JGUUtJRFNsT1FCUGc?oc=5" target="_blank">Nigeria launches rescue after military plane crashes with 32 aboard</a>  Al Jazeera</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimgFBVV95cUxQQ01kSlJqeHdHRktqTWdNWEdQQ0JxaE5JX3BIWWxhMDFyMnRmVkM3bEVQNHB0S1hER1JmQ2VnRFYxQlB2TGZoWjJtTERxeUFiTEhCWGt4MnJ4YTlCcXZWSU9YelFpSzJ3alQzVlEwU0F2bndFV1cyS0RkdXd4bHZ3UFREdVJPTzNEb3M1dDlzaTRmbHVQSlkxM25R?oc=5" target="_blank">Many Feared Dead As Military Aircraft Crashes In Ondo</a>  Channels Television</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMidkFVX3lxTE5yRWRuWi1Ec1o0RlN6bUMyQ3l4d2dZT3pwNWJ3c3YwU0tCdVB0ZDBKMm5ZS3JqUU8xY05SZTZDclVJNUt2Y19DMmxrcVhSZjUyMFQ0MEpzVTlxOHpmRFNvTlpCM1ZXTkhaREFGYWZ5MWF0U0szR1E?oc=5" target="_blank">NAF confirms crashed military aircraft in Ondo</a>  Punch Newspapers</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiywFBVV95cUxPSUtUbmdvblB3LXF4MGc3TWN2UXl5MjBrR3FkRUQwQUZRdTBBeEhTMWJyNVZDcHdiZ3ZDeDVhb2VBSGphX0tfQVcyV1ZqcUM4cTNDX2tUX1pfd3dqQ3NaNHBVb192Z3NsQ0ZSM1lIdi1aU2pzVTJ4QkhmdjJQZENVUkdzdEctTE1FeG51Xy1zQUwtdXE0eHpRTVFWVGNfOEtFNWV1WjZKX21FbDFEM2NIekxpRFpzbThTV0VfOVdyWFFQVDgwZTh0YkUyMA?oc=5" target="_blank">Nigerian Aircraft Crash: All 32 passengers, crew believed dead, Tinubu mourns</a>  Premium Times Nigeria</li><li><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMixAFBVV95c According to THISDAY: Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR-42 jet that crashed near a naval base in Igbokoda area of According to Sun News Online: President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to conduct a thorough investigation into Monday’s crash of an ATR-42 aircraft near a naval base in Igbokoda, Ondo State. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/tinubu-orders-probe-into-ondo-naf-jet-crash-mourns-32-personnel/">UPDATED: Tinubu orders probe into Ondo NAF Jet crash, mourns 32 personnel</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Blueprint Newspapers: The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has said it will not investigate the crash involving a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo state, unless <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/why-we-cant-probe-ondo-naf-aircraft-crash-nsib/" title="Why we can’t probe Ondo NAF aircraft crash – NSIB">[...]</a> According to Politics Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu has ordered an investigation into the military aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, which claimed the lives of all 32 people on board. The aircraft, an ATR-42 belonging to the Nigerian Air Force, was carrying 25 passengers and seven crew members when it crashed shortly after 9:00 am on Monday while on … This article first appeared on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/tinubu-speaks-on-ondo-aircraft-crash-sends-message-to-military-families/">Politics Nigeria</a>: https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/tinubu-speaks-on-ondo-aircraft-crash-sends-message-to-military-families/ The post <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/tinubu-speaks-on-ondo-aircraft-crash-sends-message-to-military-families/">Tinubu Speaks On Ondo Plane Crash, Sends Message To Military Families </a> appeared first on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com">Politics Nigeria</a>. According to Sun News Online: President Bola Tinubu has expressed grief over the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State on Monday morning. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/tinubu-mourns-victims-of-aircraft-crash-in-ondo/">Tinubu mourns victims of aircraft crash in Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Channels TV: Twenty-five passengers and seven crew members were aboard the military aircraft. The post <a href="https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/05/tinubu-mourns-victims-of-ondo-military-aircraft-crash-orders-probe-into-incident/">Tinubu Declares Three-Day National Mourning Over Ondo Military Aircraft Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.channelstv.com">Channels Television</a>. According to TVC News: The African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has expressed concern over the reported crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft near Igbokoda in Ondo State, calling for a thorough investigation into both the incident and the emergency response that followed. In a statement via his X handle, Sowore said the aircraft was […] The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/sowore-calls-for-probe-into-ondo-military-plane-crash-response/">Sowore Calls For Probe Into Ondo Military Plane Crash Response</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Ripples Nigeria: Several persons may have been killed after a helicopter crashed into a river in Igbokoda, the HQ of… The post <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/many-feared-dead-as-naf-helicopter-crashes-into-river-in-ondo/">Many feared dead as NAF helicopter crashes into river in Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com">Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria</a>. According to Ripples Nigeria: Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has revealed that the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) aircraft that… The post <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/crashed-naf-aircraft-had-32-people-onboard-keyamo-confirms/">Crashed NAF aircraft had 32 people onboard, Keyamo confirms</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ripplesnigeria.com">Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria</a>. According to TVC News: Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has ordered the immediate deployment of state emergency teams and security agencies to Igbokoda following the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft carrying 32 people. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/aiyedatiwa-orders-full-mobilisation-for-rescue-after-military-plane-crash-in-ondo/">Aiyedatiwa Orders Full Mobilisation for Rescue After Military Plane Crash In Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Politics Nigeria: Thirty-two people aboard a Nigerian military aircraft are reportedly feared dead after the aircraft crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday. Politics Nigeria reports that the aircraft, an ATR-42 with registration number NGR 931, was travelling from Benin to Lagos when it disappeared from radar before crashing near the Naval … This article first appeared on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/32-passengers-others-reportedly-killed-in-ondo-military-aircraft-crash/">Politics Nigeria</a>: https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/32-passengers-others-reportedly-killed-in-ondo-military-aircraft-crash/ The post <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/32-passengers-others-reportedly-killed-in-ondo-military-aircraft-crash/">32 Passengers, Others Reportedly Killed In Ondo Military Aircraft Crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com">Politics Nigeria</a>. According to Al Jazeera Africa: Nigeria launches rescue operation after military aircraft carrying 32 people crashes in Ondo state. According to TVC News: The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has expressed concern over the crash of a Nigeria Air Force NGR931 aircraft at Igbokoda, Ondo State, with about 32 people reportedly on board. The post <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv/ncaa-offers-support-after-naf-aircraft-crashes-in-ondo/">NCAA Offers Support After NAF Aircraft Crashes In Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.tvcnews.tv">Trending News</a>. According to Blueprint Newspapers: The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has confirmed that preliminary information indicates that 25 passengers and seven crew members were on board <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://blueprint.ng/aviation-minister-confirms-25-passengers-7-crew-members-on-board-crashed-military-aircraft/" title="Aviation minister confirms 25 passengers, 7 crew members on board crashed military aircraft">[...]</a> According to Punch Nigeria: Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo confirms a military aircraft with 32 people on board has crashed near the Naval Base in Igbokoda, Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/updated-military-aircraft-crashed-near-ondo-naval-base-32-on-board-keyamo/ According to Sun News Online: Following the crash of a military aircraft with tail number NGR 931, enroute Lagos from Benin at 0913 hours on Monday in Ondo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said that the Ministry will assist in rescue operations. The post <a href="https://thesun.ng/plane-crash-aviation-ministry-ready-to-assist-in-rescue-operation-keyamo/">Plane crash: Aviation ministry ready to assist in rescue operation – Keyamo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thesun.ng">The Sun Nigeria</a>. According to Arise News: A military aircraft carrying 25 passengers and seven crew members has crashed near Igbokoda, Ondo State, with rescue operations ongoing. According to Premium Times: <img alt="ATR-42 aircraft nAF" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" height="369" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/10/images-27.jpg?fit=541%2C369&ssl=1" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;" width="541" />He said the Air Force has activated an immediate search and rescue operation following the crash. The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/914618-crashed-aircraft-travelling-from-benin-to-lagos-naf.html">Crashed aircraft travelling from Benin to Lagos – NAF</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>. According to Politics Nigeria: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that the aircraft which crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State on Monday belonged to the force. NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Ehimen Ejodame, said the ATR-42 aircraft was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos when the accident occurred in the early hours … This article first appeared on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/naf-speaks-on-ownership-of-crashed-plane-in-ondo/">Politics Nigeria</a>: https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/naf-speaks-on-ownership-of-crashed-plane-in-ondo/ The post <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com/2026/10/05/naf-speaks-on-ownership-of-crashed-plane-in-ondo/">NAF Speaks On Ownership Of Crashed Aircraft In Ondo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://politicsnigeria.com">Politics Nigeria</a>. According to Daily Trust: Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, has confirmed the crash of a military aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State, with 32 people on board. Keyamo, in a statement, said the aircraft, with registration number NGR 931, disappeared while en route from Benin to Lagos at about 9:13 a.m. He said air traffic controllers […] According to Punch Nigeria: Many people are feared dead after a helicopter crashed in a swampy area of Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday. Read More: https://punchng.com/many-feared-dead-as-helicopter-crashes-in-ondo/ According to Arise News: A military aircraft carrying 25 passengers and seven crew members has crashed near Igbokoda, Ondo State, with rescue operations ongoing.