Ondo crash: ADC questions N4.5bn NAF aircraft maintenance release, seeks audit

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised concerns over the release of funds for the maintenance of Nigerian Air Force aircraft following the crash of an ATR-42 plane in Ondo State on Monday. The opposition party demanded an audit of the N4.5bn allocated for aircraft maintenance, questioning why more funds, totaling N20.74bn, were released for the Presidential Air Fleet.

The ADC expressed condolences for the victims but emphasized that the incident should not hinder ongoing investigations. They called for a thorough examination of the aircraft's maintenance history, the defence procurement process, and the discrepancy in funding between the two fleets. The ADC stressed that while the safety of the President is paramount, the well-being of military personnel who defend the nation should also be prioritized.