The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that an
ATR-42 aircraft belonging to the service crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ondo
State on October 5, 2026.
According to the NAF Director of Public Relations and
Information, Ehimen Ejodame, the aircraft was carrying out a routine mission
when the incident occurred.
The aircraft was reportedly travelling from Benin, Edo
State, to Lagos when it crashed in the Igbokoda area.
Following the incident, the Nigerian Air Force
activated a Search and Rescue operation in collaboration with relevant
authorities and emergency response agencies.
In a statement, the NAF said its rescue teams were
working to respond to the crash and determine the circumstances surrounding the
incident.
The Air Force said further information would be
released as the rescue operation progresses.
However, the NAF did not immediately disclose the
number of people who were on board the aircraft or whether there were any
casualties.
Authorities are expected to provide additional details
as search and rescue efforts continue.
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