Türkiye expresses condolences to Nigeria following the crash of a Nigerian military aircraft in Ondo State, according to Turkish government statements. The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is deeply saddened by the loss of lives and extends condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Nigeria.

Nigerian outlets report that the crash involves a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft that goes down near a naval base in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area. Coverage cites a routine mission from Benin to Lagos and notes that all 25 people aboard—five crew and 20 passengers—die. Nigerian authorities respond with national mourning and call for an investigation into the cause.

Across the sources, the common focus is Türkiye’s message of sympathy and condolence. The Nigerian outlets also provide additional incident details and describe Nigeria’s official mourning and investigation directives, while Türkiye’s reports primarily emphasize its statement and outreach.