Dr. Kasarachi Michael Enyinna, the NDC senatorial candidate for Abia South, has expressed deep grief over the death of Squadron Leader Ahamefula Man Ugwueje, an Abia-born member of the crew who died in the tragic ATR-42 aircraft crash.
Enyinna described Ugwueje’s death as a painful loss to his family, Abia South Senatorial District, Abia State and Nigeria, while extending his condolences to the deceased’s family, friends, colleagues and others affected by the tragedy.
In a statement, Enyinna prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased and asked God to grant his family and loved ones the strength and fortitude to cope with the loss.
> “Man Ugwueje’s death is a painful reminder of the fragility of life. We mourn with his family and all who knew and loved him. May God grant him eternal rest and comfort his loved ones during this difficult period,” he said.
The Abia South senatorial candidate also commended the courage and service of those who lost their lives in the incident, saying their sacrifices would remain in the memories of their families and the wider community.
He noted that the death of Ugwueje, an indigene of Abia, had further underscored the enormous human cost of the aircraft accident and called for continued support for the bereaved families.
