On Tuesday, former Anambra State governor and 2027 presidential hopeful [Peter Obi](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Obi) visited the [Nigerian Air Force](https://www.airforce.mil.ng) headquarters in Abuja to sign the condolence register for airmen killed in a recent military aircraft crash. The former governor, running under the banner of the [Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nigerian_Democratic_Congress), used the occasion to honour the fallen and call for continued support for security forces.
Obi disclosed the visit on his official X account, calling the loss of the aircrew a painful blow to the nation.
He said the stop gave him a chance to reflect on the daily sacrifices made by members of the Armed Forces and other security agencies who risk their lives in service.
What did Obi say about the sacrifices?
"The visit gave me another opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made daily by the men and women of our Armed Forces and other security agencies in the line of duty. These courageous Nigerians put their lives on the line to defend our nation and protect our people. We must never take their service and sacrifice for granted," he wrote.
Obi extended his deepest condolences to the Nigerian Air Force, as well as to the families, colleagues and loved ones of the deceased personnel.
He prayed for the souls of the departed and asked that God grant strength and fortitude to their families during this painful loss.
Obi also asked for divine protection over all security personnel still serving across the country, saying, "May God continue to protect all those who serve our country."
The visit came as tributes continued to pour in from political leaders, government officials and ordinary Nigerians mourning the crash victims.
The Nigerian Air Force described those who perished as brave individuals who served the country with courage and dedication.