Nigerian Air Force Launches Investigation into Ondo Crash

The Nigerian Air Force has begun an investigation into a military aircraft crash that occurred in Igbokoda, Ondo State. Recovery teams are currently working in challenging terrain to retrieve the wreckage and victims.

The Air Force clarified that 25 individuals, including seven crew members, were aboard the aircraft, correcting earlier reports that indicated 32 people were on board. A board of inquiry, led by the Superintendent of Standards and Evaluation, has been activated to investigate the crash's circumstances.

This panel will work alongside recovery teams, as evidence collected during the recovery will contribute to the investigation. The recovery efforts are complicated by dense vegetation and swampy conditions, requiring specialized equipment from a private construction firm.

Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the NAF spokesperson, stated that a comprehensive investigation is underway under the Chief of Air Staff's directive, with findings to be made public once the preliminary report is completed.