Air Chief Marshal Sunday Aneke, the Chief of the Air Staff, recently visited the Sam Ethnan Air Force Base in Ikeja, Lagos, as part of an official program to inspect the facilities. During this visit, he took the opportunity to reconnect with his childhood home where he lived for over a decade. Aneke's father, who served as an Air Force personnel, retired as an Air Warrant Officer from the same base, and this connection added a personal significance to his visit.

As he toured the base, residents, including women and children, gathered to welcome him, reflecting the community spirit ingrained in the military base culture. Aneke took the time to interact with families living there, sharing memories of his upbringing and the values he learned, such as discipline and service, which have influenced his career. His joyful recollections underscore the importance of maintaining connections with one's roots and the impact of a supportive community during formative years.

This visit mirrors a similar homecoming Aneke made to his childhood residence in NAF Base Kaduna, revealing his commitment not only to uphold the legacy of military service but also to reinforce community ties within military installations. It sheds light on the Air Chief's leadership style, which values personal connections and the development of future generations through shared experiences and engagement with the community.