Tragedy As Five Nigerian Air Force Personnel Perish In Road Traffic Accident

Five personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) have been reported dead in a fatal accident along the Jos-Akwanga Express Road.

The unfortunate incident occurred on 22 October 2024.

The personnel were heading to Abuja for a sports event when their vehicle collided with an oncoming truck.

The Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa, who confirmed the incident in a statement on Tuesday, said efforts had commenced to provide support for the families of the deceased.

“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 statement read.

“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.”