BREAKING: Top Nigeria Air Force personnel die in road crash

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the death of five of its personnel in a road accident, Topnaija.ng reports.

The Director Public Relations and Information of the Air Force, Olusola Akinboyewa, made the announcement in a statement posted on the official X handle of the force.

He said, “The Nigerian Air Force deeply regrets to announce the loss of five of our gallant personnel who were involved in a tragic road traffic accident on 22 October 2024.

“The unfortunate incident occurred around Hawan Kibo along the Jos-Akwanga Express Road. Our personnel were heading for a sporting event in Abuja when their vehicle was involved in a collision with an oncoming truck.

“Consequently, the statutory administrative protocols applicable in circumstances such as this have been activated by the NAF to provide comfort and support to the bereaved families.

“We appeal to the public to respect the privacy of the victims’ families during this difficult time and to refrain from sharing unverified details. May their souls rest in perfect peace.”