Harry Archie
Following the tragic crash involving a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft in Ondo State, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued an executive mandate directing defense chiefs and aviation authorities to launch an immediate, comprehensive probe into the root causes of the disaster.
The directive comes amid growing public concerns regarding operational maintenance standards and safety protocols within military aviation.
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has deployed technical search and rescue teams to assist in site management and recovery operations.
Defense officials assured that independent investigators will examine flight recorders, maintenance logs, and environmental conditions to establish why the craft went down.
Stakeholders in the defense and aviation sectors maintain that a transparent audit is necessary to restore public confidence and prevent recurring failures in military flight operations.
