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From Tony Osauzo, Benin
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has called for more support for the Nigerian Armed Forces in recognition of the sacrifices made to ensure the unity of the country.
The governor made the call while speaking to journalists at the museum ground, Oba Ovonramwen Square, Benin City, venue for the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration.
“We are here today to honour our fallen heroes who have sacrificed their lives for the continuous existence and unity of Nigeria. We are all gathered to honour them. I believe that their souls are resting in peace and pray that their families bear the loss,” he said.
“I appeal to those that are still in active service to put in their best in serving their father’s land. I believe that God will preserve Nigeria to continue to honour those who are alive and those who have died for their great sacrifices to keep the nation as one entity,” Governor Okpebholo said.
State Coordinator of the Military Widows Association, Umar Sheriffat, called on the government to continue to support the widows of fallen heroes whose husbands sacrificed and paid the supreme price with their lives.
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She appealed to the relevant authorities to recognise the widows and empower them to enable them to take care of the children their husbands left behind.
A retired major in the Nigerian Army, Joe Koma, appealed for more care for retirees, saying it would encourage those still in active service.
“I appeal to the relevant authorities to ensure that retirees get appropriate care, as this will be a motivating factor for those still serving.
“We have sacrificed our lives for Nigeria and we need more care. Our pensions are paid regularly, but I appeal for an increase,” he said.
