Ondo State Forum Offers Condolences After Air Force Crash

The Forum of Former Members of the Ondo State House of Assembly extended condolences to the Federal Government, the Ondo State Government, and the families of the victims of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Ondo State, which resulted in the deaths of all 25 crew members and passengers on board. This statement was issued on Wednesday and signed by the forum’s Chairman, Olugbenga Araoyinbo, and Public Relations Officer, Tayo Abidakun.

The forum commended President Bola Tinubu for initiating a thorough investigation into the crash, emphasizing the importance of determining the cause to prevent future incidents involving Nigerian Air Force aircraft. They praised the pilot for diverting the aircraft away from a populated area, describing it as an act of bravery.

Additionally, the forum supported Tinubu's declaration of a three-day mourning period in honor of the victims and acknowledged the efforts of the Navy, other security agencies, and residents in the search and recovery operation at the crash site.