US mechanic Oriola Aregbesola, who gave up Nigerian citizenship, confirm dead

US Aviation Machinist, Oriola Michael Aregbesola, who renounces Nigeria citizenship is dead

According to a statement by the U.S. Navy on Saturday, he was lost overboard from USS Mason (DDG 87) while operating in the Red Sea, March 20.

The statement read, “Aviation Machinist’s Mate 2nd Class Oriola Michael Aregbesola assigned to the “Swamp Foxes” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 74 was deployed with a detachment aboard Mason which has been operating in the U.S. 5th Fleet since November.

Aregbesola, of Florida, joined the Navy in July 2020. He reported to HSM-74 in December 2020. Petty Officer Aregbesola fully embodied the selfless character & thoughtful warrior spirit of the U.S. Navy Sailor,” said Cmdr. Eric Kohut, HSM-74 commanding officer. “His outstanding performance prior to & during deployment went well beyond aircraft maintenance; he truly saw & valued every member of the ship/air team. He will continue on in the heart of every Swamp Fox & our brothers & sisters in the IKE Carrier Strike Group