Ondo State Government Fumigates River After NAF Crash

The Ondo State Government has ordered the fumigation of the river near the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash site in Igbokoda to mitigate environmental pollution and prevent disease outbreaks. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa directed the Ministries of Environment and Health to carry out extensive fumigation and distribute nose masks and health kits to residents of Igbokoda in Ilaje Local Government Area.

This decision followed complaints from residents and the Olu of Igbokoda, Oba Afolabi Odidiomo, regarding a foul odor from decomposing human remains in the river. The government is also assessing the river's pollution level and has instructed the Ilaje Local Government to supply potable water if necessary.

Ondo State Commissioner for Environment, Tob Loko, confirmed that the government is collaborating with the Federal Government on recovery efforts and environmental assessments to address public health concerns.