Senator Rochas Okorocha, a former Governor of Imo State made the announcement in a letter to the President of the Senate, Senator Ahmad Lawan.

Senator Lawan read the letter at the commencement of Wednesday’s plenary at the Senate chamber of the assembly in Abuja.

Okorocha is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

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Lawan said despite her brief service, the deceased flying officer, 24, left indelible footprints as a dedicated officer and Nigeria’s first female combat helicopter pilot.

The Senate President noted the attestation of the Nigeria Airforce that Arotile flew several combat missions and made remarkable contributions to the military efforts against banditry and other criminal activities, particularly in the North Central states.

Lawan said Arotile was a role model for young women and the Nigerian youths in general with her focus and dedication to service and calling.

Lawan condoled with the family of the late Flying Officer, the Chief of the Air Staff, her office colleagues, other airmen, and airwomen.

The Senate President also commiserated with the government and people of Kogi State over the loss and prayed for her soul to rest in perfect peace.

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