Nigerian Air Force to Pay Salaries of Crash Victims' Families
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced that it will continue to pay the salaries of personnel who died in the October 5, 2026, crash of its ATR 42-500 aircraft, NAF 931, in Igbokoda, Ondo State, until their death benefits are fully processed for their next of kin. This assurance was made in a statement signed by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information at NAF Headquarters, during a meeting with bereaved families on October 28.
Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, representing Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, expressed condolences and emphasized the Air Force's commitment to supporting the families. The decision to sustain salary payments aims to provide financial stability while benefits are being processed.
The meeting also addressed recovery operations at the crash site, where challenging terrain has complicated efforts. Gabkwet assured families of ongoing support and a thorough investigation into the accident.
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