Reports of an offensive odour in Igbokoda, Ondo State, have raised concerns among residents about possible environmental contamination following an aircraft crash, prompting the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to pledge an assessment in collaboration with relevant authorities.
The Air Force said the assessment would take place after the completion of ongoing search and recovery operations at the crash site.
In a statement issued on Thursday, October 15, 2026, and signed by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information at NAF Headquarters, the service acknowledged the anxiety and uncertainty surrounding the reported odour, assuring residents that their concerns were being taken seriously.
The NAF said it was working with relevant agencies to ensure the safe and orderly recovery of the aircraft wreckage before engaging environmental and public health authorities to evaluate the situation.
The proposed assessment is expected to determine the nature and extent of any environmental impact and guide appropriate measures to address identified risks.
However, the Air Force did not disclose the source of the reported odour or confirm whether the crash had caused environmental contamination.
The service reaffirmed its commitment to working with relevant stakeholders to safeguard public health, safety and the environment in the affected community.
