Akpabio Expresses Condolences for Ondo Aircraft Crash Victims

Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, the President of the Senate, expressed profound sadness regarding the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR 42 aircraft near Igbokoda in the Ilaje local government area of Ondo State. The incident, which occurred on a Monday, resulted in the tragic loss of 32 lives, comprising 25 passengers and 7 crew members.

In a condolence message delivered through his Special Adviser, Hon Eseme Eyiboh, on Tuesday, Akpabio extended his sympathies to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Chief of Defence Staff, and all Service Chiefs, as well as the families of the victims. He emphasized the nation's grief over the loss of its heroes and acknowledged the courage they displayed in serving the Republic.

Akpabio prayed for the eternal rest of the deceased and comfort for their bereaved families, marking this as a profoundly painful moment for Nigeria, particularly for the Nigerian Air Force.