On Sunday, the federal government expressed deep sympathy with the government and people of South Korea following the devastating plane crash that claimed the lives of 179 people.
The tragic incident occurred on Sunday, December 29, 2024, when a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 plane, traveling from Bangkok, Thailand, crashed while attempting to land at Muan International Airport in southern South Korea. The plane skidded off the runway, collided with a wall, and burst into flames, leaving only two survivors out of the 181 passengers and crew on board.
In a statement issued by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the Federal Government conveyed its condolences to the bereaved families and expressed solidarity with South Korea during this difficult time.
“The Federal Republic of Nigeria wishes to express her sincere condolences to the Government and People of the Republic of Korea for the unfortunate crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216 that occurred on Sunday, December 29th, 2024.
In a statement, the government reaffirmed Nigeria’s support for the South Korean people, wishing to express its sincere condolences to the Government and People of the Republic of Korea for the unfortunate crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216.
This incident has sent shockwaves around the world, with many countries offering their condolences to the people of South Korea. The international community is mourning the loss of life, and the Nigerian government is no exception, standing in solidarity with South Korea during this difficult time.
