From The Straits Times · · 1m 10s
Families wait for answers after Nigerian military plane crash
Nigerian military plane crash leaves families without answers as search continues.
In brief
Nigerian military plane crash leaves families without answers as search continues. Families of Nigerian Air Force crash victims await explanations after military teams search for wreckage in swampy terrain. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
Crash aftermath
More than a week after a Nigerian Air Force plane crash killed all 25 on board, families say they are still waiting for answers.
President's investigation
President Bola Tinubu has ordered an investigation into the October 5 crash but relatives say they have received little information.
Flight details
The Nigerian Air Force said the aircraft was on a routine mission from Benin City to Lagos when it crashed after losing radar contact.
Victim's last message
Victor Anii found a message from his sister Esther asking him to send money for a bus journey from Benin City to Lagos.
Family's reaction
Anii posted a video online criticizing the Air Force's handling of families after the crash and received a condolence letter with a second envelope suspected to contain cash.
Search efforts
Military teams search for wreckage and human remains in swampy terrain near Igbokoda forest in Ondo State, Nigeria.
The key point
Families of Nigerian Air Force crash victims await explanations after military teams search for wreckage in swampy terrain.
