Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed sadness over the death of Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Ibrahim Attahiru and 10 other officers in a plane crash in Kaduna on Friday.
In a condolence message, the Governor described the death of the officers as a very painful loss.
“My heartfelt condolences to President Muhammadu Buhari over the tragic air mishap that claimed the lives of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Ibrahim Attahiru and 10 other officers.
“This is a very painful loss considering the commitment of these officers to combat insecurity in our country and win the war against insurgency.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Lagos State, I pray that the Nigerian Army, families and friends of Lt. Gen Attahiru and the other officers will find the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” the Governor said.