RismadarVoice Reporters
October 7, 2026
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has expressed condolences to the Nigerian Air Force following the aircraft crash in Ondo State that claimed the lives of NAF personnel and other passengers.
NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd.), conveyed the agency’s sympathies in a condolence letter addressed to the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke.
Marwa described the crash as devastating, saying the agency received news of the incident with profound grief.
He commended the Nigerian Air Force for its patriotism, gallantry and commitment to the defence and security of the country, describing the deaths of personnel who dedicated their lives to national service as a major loss to the Air Force, Nigeria and the wider national security community.
Marwa extended his sympathies to the leadership and personnel of the Air Force and the families of those who died.
“In this moment of deep sorrow, our thoughts and prayers are with the grieving families of the fallen heroes, as well as the entire NAF family,” he said.
He prayed for strength and comfort for the bereaved families and assured the Air Force of the solidarity of officers and personnel of the NDLEA.
The Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft, NAF 931, crashed near Igbokoda in Ondo State on Monday while on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos.
The Air Force subsequently confirmed that 25 people were aboard the aircraft, comprising five crew members and 20 passengers, and that no survivors were found.
The cause of the crash has not been established, with authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.
