Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has expressed deep shock and sadness over the Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet crash near Igbokoda in Ondo State.
Governor Radda described the crash as a painful loss to the nation, noting that the gallant officers died in active service to the country while on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos.
He further aligned with President Tinubu’s directive for a thorough investigation into the cause of the mishap to prevent future occurrence, while assuring the Armed Forces of the continued support and solidarity of the people and Government of Katsina State.
A statement by Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Katsina State issued on 06 September, 2026 said Governor Radda commiserated with President and Commander-in-Chief, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, the Government and people of Ondo State under Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and families of the 25 passengers and seven crew members involved in the tragic incident.
