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NSIB declines direct investigation of Ondo NAF crash without military invitation

Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Punch Newspapers, as published by The Punch · October 5, 2026 · 1 min read

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The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has stated its position on investigating a crash involving a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42.

The bureau will not proceed with an investigation unless it receives a formal invitation from the military. This stance is taken with regard to an incident that occurred in Ondo State.

Further details about the crash and the bureau's decision are available from the source.

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Category: safety · Published: October 5, 2026 · Source: The Punch · Reading time: 1 min

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NSIB declines direct investigation of Ondo NAF crash without military invitation

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