No fewer than five personnel of the Nigerian Air Force have been confirmed dead in a fatal road accident that occurred at Hawan Kibo along the Jos-Akwanga Express Road. It was gathered that the personnel were among those billed to attend a sports event in Abuja when the accident occurred on Tuesday morning.
Confirming the incident, NAF spokesman, Olusola Akinboyewa, said that the deceased vehicles had a head-on collision with an oncoming truck. Akinboyewa said the NAF would provide comfort to the bereaved families, adding that Nigerians should respect the privacy of the deceased personnel. He said, “The unfortunate incident occurred around Hawan Kibo along the Jos-Akwanga Express Road.
“Our personnel were heading for a sporting event in Abuja when their vehicle was involved in a collision with an oncoming truck. “Consequently, statutory administrative protocols applicable in circumstances as this have been activated by the NAF to provide comfort and succor to the bereaved families. “We appeal to the public to respect the privacy of the victims’ families during this difficult time and to refrain from sharing unverified details. May their souls rest in perfect peace.
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