The Nigeria Governors’ Forum NGF has expressed deep sorrow over the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, which claimed the lives of all 25 people on board. Chairman of the NGF and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, conveyed the forum’s condolences in a statement issued today by the Director of Media and Strategic Communications, Yunusa Abdullahi, in Abuja. The forum also expressed sympathy to the leadership of the Nigerian Air Force and the entire Armed Forces of Nigeria over the tragedy. AbdulRazaq commended the courage and sacrifice of the military personnel who died in the line of duty, saying their commitment to national security would not be forgotten. He prayed for strength and comfort for the bereaved families and the nation as they mourn the victims.