Ondo governor orders emergency support after military aircraft crash

Summary

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has directed emergency and logistics support for search-and-rescue operations after a military aircraft crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State.

Highlights

• The governor asked SEMA, the Ministry of Health and relevant security agencies to mobilise support to the Nigerian Air Force and other responders at the crash site.
• The aircraft reportedly crashed in a swampy area in Igbokoda, in Ilaje Local Government Area.
• Premium Times reported that the aircraft was an ATR-42 on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos.
• The statement said the area should be cordoned off and residents urged to stay calm and avoid spreading unverified information.
• The report said the aircraft had 32 people on board, with 25 passengers and seven crew members.