NCAA Provides Technical Support for NAF Aircraft Crash Rescue

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has extended technical assistance to support the ongoing search and rescue operation after the crash of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft, NGR931, in Igbokoda, Ondo State. The crash occurred on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos on Monday.

The NCAA expressed deep concern over the incident and extended thoughts and prayers to the NAF personnel, the aircraft's occupants, and their families. Capt. Chris Najomo, the NCAA's Director-General, stated that while military aviation operations are outside the NCAA's regulatory oversight, the authority is committed to providing technical expertise and assistance for the emergency.

The NCAA is closely monitoring the situation and will cooperate with relevant authorities and agencies as per national emergency response protocols. The organization expressed solidarity with the NAF and hopes for a positive outcome from the ongoing rescue efforts.