Families of the 25 people who died in a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash are demanding answers from the authorities, more than two weeks after the tragedy that claimed the lives of military personnel and civilians.
The aircraft crashed on October 5 while travelling from Benin City to Lagos. All 25 people onboard were killed, including 19 military personnel and six civilians.
The crash has left families struggling to understand what happened, with some relatives expressing frustration over the lack of communication from authorities regarding the investigation and recovery efforts.
One of the victims was Air Force Sergeant Esther Anii. Her brother, Victor Anii, reportedly said he only learned of her death after the passenger list was released. He also recalled that she had expressed concerns about the aircraft before the journey.
Other relatives have raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the flight and the information they have received since the crash.
President Bola Tinubu has ordered an investigation into the incident, but families say they are still waiting for clear answers about what caused the aircraft to go down.
The tragedy has renewed concerns about aviation safety within the Nigerian military, particularly following previous fatal incidents involving military aircraft.
For the affected families, the priority is obtaining accurate information about the crash, understanding what led to the loss of their loved ones and ensuring that the investigation is handled transparently.
The Nigerian Air Force has yet to provide the families with all the answers they are seeking, leaving many relatives waiting for further details about the circumstances of the tragedy.
The incident has also highlighted the importance of proper communication with families following military aviation accidents, especially when civilians are among those affected.
As investigations continue, relatives are calling for accountability and a clear explanation of what happened during the flight.
The crash remains one of the major aviation tragedies reported in Nigeria this month.
