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NAF ATR 42 Crash: Air Chief Aneke Leads Recovery Operation At Igbokoda, Vows Thorough Probe
NAF ATR 42 Crash: Air Chief Aneke Leads Recovery Operation At Igbokoda, Vows Thorough Probe
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The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, led senior NAF officials to Igbokoda to assess the ongoing operation.
Aneke assured families that evidence would be preserved and thoroughly examined to establish the circumstances of the crash.
Military, security, emergency agencies and local authorities are supporting the search and recovery operation.
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The Air Force urged the public to await the outcome of the investigation into the accident.
October 08, () – The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, on Thursday led senior Nigerian Air Force (NAF) officials to Igbokoda, Ondo State, to assess ongoing search, recovery and investigative efforts following the crash involving an NAF ATR 42 aircraft, designated NAF 931.
earlier reported that the crash which occurred on Monday resulted in the death of five crew members and 20 passengers, including serving military personnel and civilians.
Aneke, who visited the scene of the accident, expressed profound condolences to the families of the personnel and passengers who lost their lives, paying tribute to their service, sacrifice and commitment to the nation.
The Air Chief reaffirmed the NAF’s commitment to ensuring that the response and investigation are conducted with the highest standards of professionalism, coordination and diligence.
He assured the affected families and the public that all relevant evidence recovered from the crash site would be secured, properly documented, preserved and examined as part of a thorough investigation.
Aneke also cautioned against speculation over the cause of the accident, stressing the need for investigators to establish the facts based on evidence gathered from the scene.
He commended the personnel involved in the recovery operation and acknowledged the contributions of the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, Nigeria Police Force, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Ondo State Government, Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Amotekun Corps, Hi-Tech Construction Company, local authorities, community leaders and volunteers.
The CAS also expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, for his guidance and leadership during the challenging period.
The Head of the Investigation and Recovery Team, Air Vice Marshal EOE Ebiowe, said recovery efforts were progressing in coordination with relevant aviation, security and emergency-response agencies.
Ebiowe confirmed that the accident site remained secured, while recovered items and other relevant evidence were being carefully documented and preserved for further examination.
He said the investigation and recovery team remained focused on completing the operation and supporting a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The NAF also said it remained committed to providing appropriate support to the affected families while appreciating all stakeholders and members of the public for their continued support and cooperation.
Background
The crash involving NAF 931 has prompted a coordinated search, recovery and investigation operation at Igbokoda, with several military, security, emergency-response and local agencies participating in the effort.
The recovery of relevant materials from the site is expected to assist investigators in determining the circumstances surrounding the accident.
The NAF has maintained that the cause of the crash should not be speculated upon while recovery and investigative activities are still ongoing.
Authorities are expected to rely on recovered evidence and other findings from the investigation before reaching conclusions on what led to the fatal accident.
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