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Tinubu Declares Three Days Mourning After Military Plane Crash

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared three days of national mourning following the deaths of 32 persons in a military plane crash on Sunday, 5th October, 2026. The Nigerian Air Force aircraft reportedly crashed shortly after take-off during a routine operation, killing all personnel on board.

In a statement issued from the Presidential Villa in Abuja, President Tinubu described the incident as a national tragedy and a painful loss to the Armed Forces and the entire nation. He extended condolences to families of the deceased officers and assured that government will support them during this difficult period.

As part of the mourning period, President Tinubu directed that all national flags be flown at half-mast across the country and at Nigerian missions abroad from Monday, 6th October to Wednesday, 8th October, 2026. He also suspended all official engagements and celebrations within the presidency during the mourning window.

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters confirmed that a Board of Inquiry has been constituted to investigate the cause of the crash. Preliminary reports suggest possible technical failure, but officials say no conclusion will be drawn until the black box is recovered and analyzed. Burial arrangements for the fallen officers will be conducted with full military honours after families are formally notified.

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Ghana’s government and ECOWAS leaders have begun sending messages of solidarity to Nigeria over the loss. President John Dramani Mahama is expected to commiserate with President Tinubu on behalf of Ghanaians. The crash is one of the deadliest military aviation disasters in Nigeria in recent years and has reignited calls for improved fleet maintenance within the Nigerian Air Force.

Howedey.com will provide further updates on the investigation and funeral arrangements for the 32 fallen military personnel as details emerge from Abuja.

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