Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau, has described the late Director of Press and Information, Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Cdr. Wapkerem Maigida, as a man of character who lived an impactful life.
Lalong eulogized the late NAF officer at a a Service of Songs organized for him at St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church, NAF Base Jos.
In a press release issued by the governor’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Dr Makut Macham on Thursday in Jos, Lalong said Maigida’s demise was a great loss to his family, the state and Nigeria in general.
He said the deceased would be highly remembered for his positive impact on his community and family, saying that he served the nation with zeal and diligence.
He described him as a role model to the younger generation, who revered him as an accomplished officer.
The governor urged his family to be consoled that he lived a fulfilled life serving others and was a humble father and husband.
In his remarks, the Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Isiaka Amao said that the NAF has lost a humble, dedicated and trustworthy officer, who served Nigeria with patriotism.
Represented by AVM Paul Masiyer, the CAS commiserated with the family, the governor and people of Plateau, assuring them that NAF would not abandon the family.
