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Former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr Uche Ogah, has expressed grief over the death of Abia-born Squadron Leader Ahamefule Aham Man-Ugwueje, one of the pilots involved in the Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State.
The Nigerian Air Force aircraft, identifOndo Air Crash: Uche Ogah Mourns Abia-Born NAF Pilot Man-Ugwuejeied as NAF 931, crashed in Igbokoda on Monday, October 5, 2026, resulting in the loss of lives and sending shockwaves across the country.
In a condolence message, Dr Ogah described the death of Squadron Leader Man-Ugwueje as a painful loss to his family, Abia State and the Nigerian Armed Forces. He extended his sympathies to the deceased’s immediate family, friends, colleagues and other loved ones.
Ogah also commiserated with the Federal Government and the Nigerian Air Force over the tragedy, acknowledging the sacrifice and commitment of military personnel who serve the nation in the line of duty.
He prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased and asked God to grant the bereaved family the strength to cope with the loss. He also called for comfort for all those affected by the crash.
He said the memory of Squadron Leader Man-Ugwueje and his service to the nation would remain a source of honour to his family and community.
