‘In the line of duty’: The Okusanya family reacts to tragic Lagos plane crash, releases names of dead team members

 

The Olatunji Okusanya family and management of MIC Royal Limited have expressed their grief over the death of the company’s Chief Executive, Olatunji Okusanya, his son, and four members of the funeral management team.

In a statement released by Bolanle Okusanya-Feyita, the family expressed its sadness over the involvement of the victims.

Read excerpts of the statement below:

It is with great sadness and profound loss that M.I.C Royal Ltd announces the passing away of
1. Our Chief Executive MR OLATUNJI OKUSANYA,
2. His son, MR OLATUNJI OKUSANYA JNR
and four members of our team namely;
3. MR AKEEM AKINTUNDE
4. MR CHIJIOKE DURU
5. MR KINGSLEY AMAECHI
They were involved in a fatal plane crash that that occurred at the domestic wing of the Murtala Mohammed Airport, Lagos at 9:32am on the 3rd of October 2013, while on official duties.
A condolence registered has been opened at our office on 15/17/19 Odunlami Street, Lagos Island and all are welcome to leave their messages.
We welcome messages also on our website and Facebook page. As events unfold we will make further announcements.

Update: Samson Hassan who happened to be taken to a different ward in the hospital. He is presently in the intensive care unit.