Nigerian military aircraft carrying 32 people crashes in Ondo State, rescue underway

On October 5, 2026, a Nigerian military aircraft carrying 32 people crashed near Igbokoda in Ondo State, Nigeria. The ATR-42 was en route from Edo State to Lagos when it disappeared from radar. Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo confirmed the crash and said search and rescue operations were underway. No casualties have been confirmed, and an investigation has been launched.