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Senator Gbenga Daniel reaffirms unity of Ijebu, Remo people amid renewed push for Ijebu State
Senator Gbenga Daniel pledges support for the creation of Ijebu State, emphasising unity among the Ijebu and Remo people during a high-level stakeholder meeting in Ijebu-Ode.
Senator Gbenga Daniel pledges support for the creation of Ijebu State, emphasising unity among the Ijebu and Remo people during a high-level stakeholder meeting in Ijebu-Ode
Former Ogun State Governor and current Senator representing Ogun East, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has reiterated his dedication to the unity of the Ijebu and Remo people amid rising momentum for the creation of a new Ijebu State.
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Speaking at a press briefing organised by the Implementation Committee on Ijebu State Creation, held at the private residence of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, Senator Daniel stated that the quest for state creation is rooted in the people’s constitutional right to self-determination.
“All the areas of Ogun East Senatorial District, which includes the Ijebus and Remos, have the right to self-determination,” Daniel said. “And my job, as their representative, is to facilitate and support their legitimate aspirations.”
He emphasised that there is no conflict in the desire for new states and expressed hope that the region might even be fortunate to secure more than one.
“We might be lucky to get two states but if not, we will always find ways to unite ourselves across all divides for the betterment of the country,” he added.
“All the areas of Ogun East Senatorial District, which includes the Ijebus and Remos, have the right to self-determination. And my job, as their representative, is to facilitate and support their legitimate aspirations.” – Senator Gbenga Daniel
The senator underlined the significance of maintaining cohesion between the Ijebu and Remo people, suggesting that any administrative changes must be built on a foundation of unity and shared progress.
Present at the high-level meeting were respected figures such as Chief Chris Okunowo (Chairman of the Implementation Committee), Senator Adegbenga Kaka, Prof. Segun Awonusi, Chief Abdulateef Owoyemi, traditional rulers, and local government leaders including Oba Lawrence Adebajo, Oba Abdulrasaq Adenugba, and Dare Alebiosu.
The event highlighted a renewed and coordinated effort by stakeholders to advance the long-standing call for Ijebu State.
While the movement seeks to address regional marginalisation and administrative efficiency, Senator Daniel’s message remained clear: unity must lead the way.
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The Nigerian Air Force has confirmed that all 25 people aboard its ATR-42 aircraft, NAF 931, died after the aircraft crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State.
The aircraft, which had five crew members and 20 passengers on board, was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos when the NAF 931 aircraft crash occurred on Monday, October 5, 2026. Search-and-rescue operations were immediately activated following the accident.
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, described the incident as a deeply painful moment for the Nigerian Air Force and the country, while extending condolences to the families, colleagues and loved ones of those who died.
Aneke assured the bereaved families of the Nigerian Air Force’s full support as they come to terms with the loss.
The Air Force said no survivors had been found and released the names of the five crew members and 20 passengers on board the aircraft.
The crew members were identified as Squadron Leader M.I. Aburime, Flight Captain; Squadron Leader A.P. Man-Ugwueje, Co-pilot; Flight Lieutenant I.S. Bako, Co-pilot; Warrant Officer A. Abubakar, Aircraft Technician; and Corporal H.C. Uguru, Aircraft Technician.
The 20 passengers were Flight Lieutenant T.L. Lazarus; Flight Lieutenant M. Akinloye; Flying Officer I.M. Adeshina; Master Warrant Officer F. Onwuka; Master Warrant Officer B.A. Matini; Warrant Officer F.S. Nuhu; Flight Sergeant R.B. James; Flight Sergeant A.I. Mohammed; Sergeant A.E. Ani; Sergeant S.I. Izibenikien; Sergeant C. Alafuka; Sergeant A.N. Mbadugha; Lance Corporal F.C. Ugwuba; Lance Corporal G.E. Eledan; Mrs Ezeh Nneka; Godstmine Tarabina; Joy Micheal; Sunday Micheal; Ukeme David; and Gideon Omotola.
The latest figure released by the Air Force differs from the initial information provided after the crash. Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo had initially said 32 people, comprising 25 passengers and seven crew members, were aboard the aircraft. The Nigerian Air Force subsequently clarified that the manifest contained 25 people, made up of five crew members and 20 passengers.
The aircraft crashed in a swampy area around Igbokoda, close to a naval base, after air traffic controllers lost contact with it at about 9:13am while it was travelling from Benin to Lagos. The wreckage was later located and rescue teams were deployed to the area.
The cause of the crash has not been established. The Chief of the Air Staff has directed a comprehensive investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident.
President Bola Tinubu had also directed the Nigerian Air Force to conduct a thorough investigation into the crash and declared three days of national mourning for the personnel who died. He ordered that national flags be flown at half-mast throughout the country in honour of the victims.
The Air Force said it would continue to provide timely and verified information as the investigation progresses. It also urged members of the public to avoid speculation and the circulation of unverified information, while respecting the privacy and dignity of the affected families.
A condolence register has been opened at the Headquarters of the Nigerian Air Force in Abuja for senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, heads of security agencies and other well-wishers who wish to pay their respects and convey messages of sympathy to the families of the deceased and the Nigerian Air Force.
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