In a somber and heartfelt response, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his sincere condolences for the tragic loss of military officers in Niger State. The President’s message of sympathy comes as a show of solidarity and support to the families of the fallen soldiers and the entire military community.
The incident, which occurred in Niger State, marked a poignant moment as the nation mourns the courageous servicemen who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
The President’s condolence message reads
‘The tragic loss of our gallant officers and soldiers in a helicopter crash at Chukuba Village near Shiroro, Niger State, yesterday, brought immense sadness to me.
These officers and men were answering the call of duty while on an evacuation mission. In their dedicated service to our beloved country, they paid the ultimate price.
While we mourn their untimely departure, we will forever remember them, not just as servicemen, but as national heroes who gave their all for the peace and security of our country. They will always be remembered as courageous men who did not consider the perils and dangers of their national duty as paramount to their sacred mandate of ensuring that their fellow countrymen and women can live in peace.
We salute their sacrifice, devotion and loyalty to our dear nation – the nation they loved and served to the end.
On behalf of a grateful nation, I extend my condolences to their families, the Chief of Defence Staff, the Chief of Air Staff, the Chief of Army Staff, the Chief of Naval Staff, and the entire Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
May God grant them eternal rest.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu,
President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria
August 15, 2023″
