Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed grief over the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, which claimed the lives of personnel and other passengers on board.
In a condolence message, Atiku described the incident as a devastating tragedy, saying the loss of lives was deeply painful.
He noted that the crash reportedly claimed 25 lives, including airmen, soldiers and members of their families.
Atiku said the victims were people who had dedicated themselves to service, while others were family members whose lives were cut short by the incident.
He expressed sympathy with the families of those who died, as well as the Nigerian Air Force and the wider military community, over the loss.
The former vice president also described the circumstances surrounding the crash as heartbreaking, urging that the incident be thoroughly addressed as authorities continue efforts at the crash site.
The aircraft went down near Igbokoda in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, prompting emergency and security agencies to commence search, recovery and other response operations.
