The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has activated a search-and-rescue operation following an aircraft crash in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The incident occurred on Monday, October 5, 2026, involving an ATR-42 aircraft that was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos, according to a statement issued by the⦅
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has activated a search-and-rescue operation following an aircraft crash in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State.
The incident occurred on Monday, October 5, 2026, involving an ATR-42 aircraft that was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos, according to a statement issued by the NAF.
The Air Force said its search-and-rescue teams were immediately activated and are working in coordination with relevant authorities and emergency response agencies to locate and assist those involved in the incident.
The NAF said efforts were ongoing and that further information would be released as it becomes available.
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The statement was signed by the Director of Public Relations and Information at NAF Headquarters, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame.
The Air Force did not provide details on the number of people aboard the aircraft, possible casualties or the circumstances surrounding the accident.
The incident comes amid reports of an aircraft accident in the Igbokoda area, with authorities yet to release further details on the outcome of the ongoing search-and-rescue operation.
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