Helicopter Tragedy: Obi Offers Condolences to NAF and Bereaved Families
Labour Party's Presidential Nominee, Peter Obi, Expresses Condolences to Nigerian Air Force Following MI-171 Helicopter Crash Claiming Soldiers' Lives
Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has conveyed his sympathies to the Nigerian Air Force in light of the recent tragic crash involving an MI-171 helicopter, resulting in the loss of several soldiers' lives.
Obi expressed deep regret over the unfortunate occurrence, emphasizing that it brought great sorrow to him. In a statement shared on his social media platform on Thursday, he conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers affected by the incident.
The former Governor of Anambra State also took the opportunity to voice his concerns about the prevailing insecurity prevalent in many regions of the country.
He remarked that this ongoing situation continues to bring shame and exact a toll on the nation in terms of both valuable lives and property, leading to significant economic repercussions.
Nevertheless, he advocated for a comprehensive inquiry to uncover the root cause of the crash in order to avert similar incidents in the future. He urged the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and other security agencies to remain resolute in the face of these challenges and not lose their determination.
The distressing crash of the Nigerian Air Force MI-171 Helicopter during a mission to evacuate casualties near Chukuba Village in Niger State fills me with profound sorrow.
"The lamentable state of insecurity across various regions of the nation continues to bring disgrace and exact a toll on us, resulting in the loss of precious lives and valuable properties, along with its accompanying economic implications. My thoughts are with the families of the courageous soldiers who tragically lost their lives in that incident.
"I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Nigerian Air Force for this heartrending event. I implore them and our other security agencies not to waver in the face of these challenges but to perceive them as stepping stones toward achieving a secure and stable nation.
"I also advocate for a comprehensive investigation to be undertaken to uncover the root cause of the crash, with the intention of preventing future recurrences.
"Our dedication to our nation remains unwavering. It stands as our most treasured legacy, where every sacrifice we make transforms into acts of nobility," he expressed.
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