Nigerian Air Force Launches Rescue After Aircraft Crash
On October 5, 2026, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) confirmed that an ATR-42 aircraft, which was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos, crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The Director of Public Relations and Information for the NAF, Ehimen Ejodame, issued a statement regarding the incident, confirming the aircraft's ownership and the activation of a search and rescue operation.
The NAF is coordinating with relevant authorities and emergency response agencies to locate and assist individuals affected by the crash. Ejodame emphasized the NAF's commitment to the success of the ongoing search and rescue efforts and stated that further details would be communicated in due course.
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