By Gabriel Atumeyi
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed deep sadness over the fatal air crash involving a military aircraft, Beechcraft KingAir B350i, at the Abuja airport.
The crash occurred in Sunday, February 21, 2021.
A statement signed by the party’s National Secretary, Caretaker/Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC),Sen. John J. Akpan Udoedehe, released Sunday, however, expressed confidence in the investigation ordered by the Chief of Air Staff, AVM Isiaka Amao, into the cause of the crash.
The party said, “The unfortunate and fatal plane crash brings to fore the tireless work, sacrifices and hazards faced by our armed forces and other security services in their daily efforts to keep the country safe. As directed by the Chief of Air Staff, we are confident of a quick and thorough investigation into the plane crash.
“We extend our condolences to the Nigerian Air Force, particularly the families, loved ones and colleagues of the seven Air Force personnel that lost their lives in Sunday’s plane crash following a reported engine failure. May their souls rest in peace.”