Gov. Buni condoles with Nigeria Air Force over 2 officers lost to plane crash
Story from Sa’adatu MAINA, Damaturu
His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Yobe State, Honourable Mai Mala Buni has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Nigeria Air Force and the families of the deceased officers who died in the unfortunate plane crash that occurred yesterday 19th April 2022.
Governor Buni described the accident as tragic, unfortunate and a huge loss to the country, Nigeria Air force and the families of the departed officers.
READ ALSO: NAF Plane Crash: Pilot Alkali’s death great loss – Family
“The Nigeria Air Force had unfortunately made huge loss with its officers paying the supreme sacrifice, in its efforts to safeguard the nation.
“On behalf of the government and the good people of Yobe State, I condole with the Nigeria Air Force and the families of the deceased officers,” Governor Buni said.
He condoled with the family of Flight Lieutenant Abubakar Alkali, an indigene of Yobe state who died in the crash.
“The unfortunate incident had consumed a young, talented and determined officer who was committed to doing the state proud in the service of his fatherland.
“May Allah grant the souls of Abubakar and the other victim eternal rest and, to their families the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss,” Governor Buni prayed.
