By Godwin Asiegbu , Umuahia
The Member representing Ikwuano/Umuahia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Obi Aguocha, has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Squadron Leader Ahamefule Aham Man-Ugwueje, an illustrious son of Umuahia, Abia State, who lost his life in a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash.
During his absence from the country to attend the AVID USA Award ceremony organised by the Igbo community in the Diaspora, Hon. Aguocha had reached out to the bereaved father to express his heartfelt condolences and sympathies over the tragic loss.
Upon his return to Nigeria, the federal lawmaker considered it important to personally visit the family’s ancestral home at Ukome Ibeku, Umuahia North Abia State to identify with the family in their moment of grief, and offer further words of comfort and solidarity.
The deceased’s father briefed Hon. Aguocha on the subsequent arrangements for the memorial service being organised by the Nigerian Military in honour of the fallen officer. The memorial service is scheduled to hold on 26 November 2026 in Abuja.
Late Squadron Leader Ahamefule Aham Man-Ugwueje, who hailed from Umuahia, Abia State, served with the Nigerian Air Force as a co-pilot aboard NAF 931. He tragically lost his life on 5 October 2026, when the Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft crashed at Igbokoda, in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, claiming the lives of 25 people.
His untimely death was particularly heartbreaking given that he had only recently married Flight Lieutenant Damilola Adekunle on 19 September 2026, barely 16 days before the unfortunate incident.
The late officer’s passing attracted widespread condolences, including from the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, who publicly described him as an illustrious son of Abia State and mourned his tragic loss.
Hon. Aguocha’s visit underscores his commitment to standing with families and communities during difficult moments, while honouring the memory and sacrifices of those who served the nation.
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May God grant the bereaved family, friends, colleagues and the Nigerian Air Force the strength to bear this painful loss, and may the soul of the departed officer rest in perfect peace.
