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Nigerian Air Force Confirms Plane Crash in Ondo State, Rescue Operation Ongoing: Media

Nigerian Air Force Confirms Plane Crash in Ondo State, Rescue Operation Ongoing: Media

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Nigerian Air Force Confirms Plane Crash in Ondo State, Rescue Operation Ongoing: MediaThe plane performed a routine mission from Benin City to Lagos when it... 05.10.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Nigerian Air Force Confirms Plane Crash in Ondo State, Rescue Operation Ongoing: MediaThe plane performed a routine mission from Benin City to Lagos when it crashed in a swampy area of Igbokoda, local media reported, citing the Nigerian Air Force spokesman Ehimen Ejodame."Preliminary information suggests that there were 25 passengers and seven crew members on board," Nigerian Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo said on social media.Search and rescue operations are ongoing, the minister noted.The video from social media shows the alleged wreckage site of the aircraft.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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