The Nigerian Air Force has released the names of the 25 people killed in Monday’s aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, comprising five crew members and 20 passengers.
The victims died when NAF aircraft NGR 931 crashed while on a routine flight from Benin to Lagos.
The Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, said search-and-rescue teams were immediately deployed in collaboration with local authorities and emergency responders.
He confirmed that there were no survivors among the 25 people on board.
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, expressed deep sorrow over the crash and condoled with the families, colleagues and loved ones of the victims.
Aneke has ordered a comprehensive investigation to establish the cause and circumstances of the crash.
The NAF appealed to members of the public to avoid speculation and the circulation of unverified reports as the investigation continues.
It also said further verified information would be released as the probe progresses.
A condolence register has been opened at the NAF Headquarters in Abuja for government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, security chiefs and other sympathisers.
The victims
Crew
– Squadron Leader MI Aburime — Flight Captain
– Squadron Leader AP Man-Ugwueje — Co-pilot
– Flight Lieutenant IS Bako — Co-pilot
– Warrant Officer Abubakar A — Aircraft Technician
– Corporal Uguru HC — Aircraft Technician
Passengers
– Flight Lieutenant TL Lazarus
– Flight Lieutenant M Akinloye
– Flying Officer IM Adeshina
– Master Warrant Officer Onwuka F
– Master Warrant Officer Matini BA
– Warrant Officer Nuhu FS
– Flight Sergeant James RB
– Flight Sergeant Mohammed AI
– Sergeant Ani AE
– Sergeant Izibenikien SI
– Sergeant Alafuka C
– Sergeant Mbadugha AN
– Lance Corporal Ugwuba FC
– Lance Corporal Eledan GE
– Mrs Ezeh Nneka
– Godstmine Tarabina
– Joy Micheal
– Sunday Micheal
– Ukeme David
– Gideon Omotola
