NCPC Chief Mourns 25 Air Force Personnel Killed In Ondo Crash, Calls For Investigation

The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Prof. Stephen Adegbite, has condoled with the families of 25 military personnel who reportedly died in a plane crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State.

The crash, which occurred on October 5, 2026, was described by Adegbite as a tragic incident and a painful loss to the Nigerian Air Force and the country.

In a statement issued on Sunday by the Commission’s Director of Media and Public Relations, Celestine Toruka, the NCPC chief extended his condolences to the bereaved families and relatives of the deceased personnel.

Adegbite also commiserated with President Bola Tinubu, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, and the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, over the incident.

He called on the Federal Government to ensure a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

The NCPC executive secretary prayed for the eternal repose of the souls of the deceased military personnel and asked God to grant their families, friends and colleagues the strength to bear the loss.

He also urged serving military personnel not to be discouraged by the tragedy but to remain committed to their duties and continue serving the country.

Adegbite said their sacrifices and contributions to national service would not be in vain.