Linus Aleke in Abuja
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has visited 107 Air Maritime Group (AMG), Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base, Benin City, the house unit of the ill-fated NAF ATR 42 plane, the place he met with personnel and reassured the households of these affected by the current accident of the Service’s continued assist throughout this troublesome interval.
Addressing personnel of the unit, Aneke expressed profound condolences over the loss of their colleagues, describing the deceased as devoted patriots who served the nation with honour and dedication.
“Our thoughts and prayers remain with the families of our fallen colleagues,” he mentioned.
According to a press release by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the CAS pressured that the personnel had made the final word sacrifice within the service of the nation and that the nation wouldn’t overlook them or their contributions to the Nigerian Air Force.
He additional assured the bereaved households that the NAF would proceed to face by them, offering the mandatory emotional, administrative and institutional assist.
Reaffirming the Service’s dedication to their welfare, Air Marshal Aneke additionally acknowledged the supply of scholarship awards for the youngsters of the deceased personnel, noting that their well-being remained a precedence.
“We will continue to do everything within our capacity to support the families and ensure that the children of our fallen comrades are not left without support. Their welfare is our responsibility, and we will remain committed to it,” he acknowledged.
On efforts to revive and strengthen 107 AMG, the CAS assured personnel that the Service would take the mandatory measures to enhance their welfare, maintain coaching and facilitate the provision of operational platforms.
“We will support this unit to quickly regain its strength. That support will include welfare, training and the availability of the platforms required for you to continue performing your duties effectively. We expect you to remain focused, professional and resilient,” he mentioned.
In his response, the Commander of 107 AMG, Air Commodore Onu, expressed appreciation to the CAS for visiting the unit at such a troublesome time and for reassuring personnel and the households of the deceased of the Service’s continued assist.
“Sir, your presence here has strengthened the morale of our personnel. We appreciate your leadership, concern and commitment to the welfare of our people. We remain resolute and committed to our responsibilities, despite the challenges we are currently facing,” he mentioned.
Onu additional assured the CAS that personnel of the unit would stay devoted to their duties and proceed to uphold the traditions {and professional} requirements of the NAF.
The CAS additionally recommended the personnel of 107 AMG for their professionalism, resilience and unwavering dedication within the face of adversity, urging them to stay steadfast as search, restoration and investigative efforts continued.
He expressed appreciation to the Nigerian Navy and different safety businesses for their invaluable assist within the search and restoration operations, noting that the collaboration underscored the significance of jointness and inter-Service cooperation in responding to nationwide challenges.
Reaffirming the NAF’s dedication to its personnel and their households, Aneke assured all these affected that the Service would proceed to offer the mandatory assist whereas pursuing an intensive {and professional} investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident.
