The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) along with the Organized Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN) has joined the nation in mourning the 32 people who lost their lives in the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash near Igbokoda, Ondo State, on Monday, 5 October 2026.
Engr. (Dr.) Jani Ibrahim, mni, OON, National President of NACCIMA and Chairman of OPSN, extended heartfelt condolences, on behalf of the two organisations, to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, on the painful national loss.
“We stand with Mr President and the Armed Forces at this difficult time,” the NACCIMA National President said.
“Our deepest sympathies are with the bereaved families, the Chief of Air Staff and personnel of the Nigerian Air Force, and all others affected by the tragedy. We pray that Almighty God grants the families strength and comfort and that the departed rest in peace.”
NACCIMA and OPSN meanwhile commended the first responders and all personnel involved in the response.
“We remain united in grief with Mr President, the Armed Forces, and the nation.
“God bless our Defence Forces.
“God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”