NAF Crash Victims' Families Await Remains After Tragedy

On October 5, 2026, an aircraft belonging to the Nigerian Air Force, registration number NAF 931, crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, while flying from Benin, Edo State, to Lagos. All 25 individuals on board, including five crew members and 20 passengers, were confirmed dead.

Families of the victims, including Joy and Sunday Michael, who were traveling for wedding preparations, are in mourning and awaiting the return of their loved ones' remains. Damilola, Sunday’s sister, expressed the family's devastation and concern for their mother.

The Tarabina family reported a lack of official communication regarding the recovery efforts. Among the deceased were military personnel, including Flying Officer IM Adeshina, who had been commissioned just nine days prior, and Squadron Leader Ahamefule Aham Man-Ugwueje, who had married shortly before the crash.

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, assured families of a thorough investigation, which includes a joint panel with the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau.