Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, condoles with the families of the Nigerian Air Force personnel who lost their lives in the tragic aircraft crash in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State.
Governor Ododo also extends his condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, and the Nigerian Armed Forces over the painful loss.
The Governor described the incident as a sad moment for the nation, particularly the Nigerian Air Force, whose personnel continue to make sacrifices in combating insecurity on different fronts of military operations across the country and in the service of the nation.
Governor Ododo also commended the Nigerian Air Force, the Ondo State Government, federal and state emergency services and other first responders for their swift response following the incident.
He assured families of the fallen officers of the Nigeria Airforce, President Tinubu and the Nigerian Armed Forces of the solidarity and prayers of the Government and people of Kogi State at this difficult time.
He prayed for the repose of the souls of the departed and asked Almighty God to grant their families, colleagues and loved ones the strength and fortitude to bear the loss.
Ismaila Isah
Special Adviser on Media to the Governor
October 5th, 2026
