NAF MOURNS 25 LIVES LOST IN NAF 931 AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT. (PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE.

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 PRESS RELEASE NAF MOURNS 25 LIVES LOST IN NAF 931 AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has expressed profound condolences to the families of the personnel and passengers who lost their lives following the accident involving Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR 42 aircraft, NAF 931, in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The CAS described the incident as a deeply painful moment for the Nigerian Air Force and the nation, expressing heartfelt sympathies to the families, loved ones and colleagues of those who lost their lives. He assured the bereaved families of the Service’s full support during this difficult period. NAF 931 had 25 persons on board, comprising five crew members and 20 passengers. The aircraft was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos when the accident occurred. Search-and-rescue procedures were immediately activated, with response efforts conducted in coordination with relevant authorities to locate and account for all persons ...

ANAMBRA POLICE SUSTAIN OFFENSIVE AGAINST CRIMINAL ELEMENTS, ARREST 13 SUSPECTS, RECOVER FIREARMS, DRUGS, STOLEN VEHICLE, OTHERS.(PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.


 ANAMBRA POLICE SUSTAIN OFFENSIVE AGAINST CRIMINAL ELEMENTS, ARREST 13 SUSPECTS, RECOVER FIREARMS, DRUGS, STOLEN VEHICLE, OTHERS


The Anambra State Police Command has sustained its intelligence-led offensive against criminal elements across the State, arresting thirteen (13) suspects in separate operations and recovering firearms, ammunition, charms, cult-related insignias, suspected illicit drugs, dangerous weapons and a stolen vehicle.


On 30th September 2026, operatives of Okpoko Division, acting on credible intelligence, raided a suspected criminal hideout around Coca-Cola Market, Okpoko, and arrested Somtochukwu Ezeibe, male, aged 20 years. Recovered from him were one locally-made double-barrel pistol, one live cartridge and charms. A follow-up search conducted at his residence also led to the recovery of a Vikings Confraternity beret and peak cap.


Preliminary investigation revealed alleged involvement in cult-related activities, while the suspect provided information that assisted the police in identifying other persons allegedly connected with the group. Consequently, on 5th October 2026, operatives arrested eight additional suspects: Chinonso Njoku, Tochukwu Ogbonna, Chidiebere Anokwuru, Chidera Nwakpa, Nweke Chibuike, Somadina Otubo, Chibueze Ikechukwu and Obum James. The suspects have been transferred to the Anti-Cult Unit for further investigation and possible prosecution.


Similarly, on 4th October 2026, operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Awkuzu, in collaboration with Agunechemba Vigilante, Onitsha Sector, arrested four suspects in connection with an alleged conspiracy and armed robbery. They are Dennis Ngwu, Elvis Udo Effiong, Femi Adekoya and Chijioke Obinozie. Large quantities of suspected illicit substances were recovered from the suspects.


Preliminary investigation indicates that the suspects are allegedly members of a six-man gang suspected of robbing shuttle bus operators at gunpoint and diverting company goods within Onitsha. The suspects reportedly made statements implicating themselves in the alleged offences, including the diversion of goods valued at approximately ₦40 million. Investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the alleged offences and identify other persons who may be connected to the activities.


Meanwhile, operatives of the Command’s Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), during an intelligence-led patrol on 5th October 2026, recovered an abandoned green Toyota Highlander at Ogidi. Preliminary findings indicate that the vehicle was allegedly snatched from its owner at Ogidi Building Materials on 16th August 2026.


The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, psc, mnips, reassures Ndi Anambra that the Command will sustain its intelligence-led operations against cultism, armed robbery, kidnapping and other violent crimes across the State.


The Commissioner further urges members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to provide credible and timely information to the police, assuring that such information will be treated with appropriate confidentiality and acted upon professionally.


SP Tochukwu Ikenga

Police Public Relations Officer

Anambra State Police Command, Awka


6th October 2026

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