News October 6, 2026

Defence Minister Orders Probe Into Fatal Military Aircraft Crash

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Oni Kayode Philips
Search Media Reporter

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retired) has directed the commencement of an investigation into the fatal military aircraft crash that claimed the lives of the personnel whom he described as “brave officers and airmen”.

In a statement issued on Monday, the Minister said the move was to ensure that all necessary operational safety protocols are reinforced across military aviation units.

Describing the incident as one that came with a “profound sense of grief and heavy heart”, the defence minister said the loss of the valiant patriots was an irreparable blow not only to the military high command and their comrades-in-arms, but to the entire country

He said the deceased officers and men exemplified the highest standards of military professionalism, loyalty, and commitment to the defence of their Fatherland.

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Written by Oni Kayode Philips

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