The NAF ATR-42 crash in Ondo State near Igbokoda has left Nigeria in mourning. This report pulls together what has been confirmed so far, based on published news reports, and will be updated as the investigation progresses.
What Has Been Confirmed
- The Nigerian Air Force said an aircraft carrying 25 people crashed in southern Ondo State with no survivors, and later published the names of those killed, according to Nairametrics.
- President Bola Tinubu later confirmed 32 dead after the crash, as reported by EWN. The difference between the early and later figures shows why readers should rely on official updates.
- The crash happened near Igbokoda in the Ilaje area of Ondo State, a Yoruba-speaking coastal community.
A Nation in Mourning
Federal authorities announced a period of national mourning, and tributes have poured in from across the South-West and the wider country. Our thoughts are with the families of everyone who lost a loved one. For more on the region, read our guide to the Yoruba states in Nigeria and their capitals.
What Is Still Unknown
At the time of writing, no official cause has been published. Aviation investigators normally examine flight data, maintenance records, weather and crew history before releasing findings, a process that can take months. We will not speculate and will update this article when verified information is released.
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