President Michael Sata is deeply saddened at the tragic death of Zambia Air Force (ZAF) Deputy Commander Major. Gen. Muliokela Muliokela and Colonel Brian Mweene, who died in a plane crash in Lusaka West on Monday
In his message of condolences to the Muliokela and Mweene families, President Sata expressed shock at the death of the two senior airforce officers.
The Commander-in-Chief, says it is with sadness that he has learnt of the death of Gen. Muliokela and Col.Mweene whose untimely demise he has described a great loss not only for the defence forces, but for the country as a whole.
President Sata the late Gen. Muliokela and Col. Mweene were vibrant pilots who discharged their duties professionally and leave a legacy of great patriotism and passion for the country and its defence forces.
He says two senior ZAF officers will be sorely missed by all who knew them for the ideals that they firmly stood for, having dedicated their lives to selfless service of the Zambian people up to the time of death.
The Head of State states that the duo would be deeply missed by the people of Zambia.
This is contained in a statement issued to QFM News by the President’s Special Assistant for press and Public Relations George Chellah.