Diri Offers Condolences to Tinubu After Fatal Air Crash
On October 5, 2026, a tragic air crash claimed the lives of 25 military personnel from the Nigerian Air Force. Bayelsa State Governor Senator Douye Diri extended his condolences to President Bola Tinubu, the Nigerian Air Force, and the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke.
The aircraft, identified by tail number NGR 931, lost contact with air traffic controllers shortly after taking off from Benin City, Edo State, at approximately 9:13 am. It subsequently crashed into a swamp in Igbokoda, the headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area in Ondo State.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah, Diri expressed deep sorrow over the incident, stating that it leaves the nation in a moment of shared grief and pain. He emphasized solidarity with the military and the bereaved families, praying for divine strength and comfort for all affected.
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