Air Marshal Aneke Enhances NAF Flight Safety After Crash

Following the crash of NAF ATR 42-500 aircraft NAF 931 on 5 October 2026, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), has directed the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to strengthen flight safety oversight. This directive was issued during a meeting on 14 October 2026 in Abuja with senior commanders, reaffirming the NAF's commitment to personnel safety and professional standards.

Aneke emphasized the importance of vigilance, adherence to procedures, and continuous safety management improvement. He instructed commanders to ensure rigorous oversight of aircraft airworthiness and maintenance, and to implement proactive safety monitoring.

The ongoing search and recovery operations at the crash site in Igbokoda, Ondo State, involve specialist personnel and equipment, including satellite imagery and divers from the Nigerian Navy and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau. An investigation board has been established to determine the accident's circumstances, and the CAS has urged the public to refrain from speculation regarding the cause.