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National chairperson, Nigerian Legion, Ms. Grace Morenike Henry, has disclosed that 120 widows of fallen heroes have been empowered and 158 veterans inducted. They were trained by the Institute of Disaster Management, Abuja, recently.
Items distributed included grinding machines, sewing machines, hair dryers, and wheelchairs, along with relief materials such as bags of rice and other food items.
She reiterated her commitment to restoring respect, dignity, and honor to both the families of fallen heroes and living legends. She emphasised that retirement from active military service should never serve as a barrier to contributing to the safety and development of their respective communities.
It was a strategic and milestone partnership with the National Inland Waterways Authority [NIWA], designed to provide employment, empowerment and welfare support for military veterans , ex-servicemen and the dependents of fallen heroes.
Henry revealed that the Legion will train 100 children and dependents of fallen military personnel: “The Hope Front Heroes Nigeria Project spans photography, videography, dressmaking, beauty treatment and confectionery . We ensure long-term and self-reliance the best performing participants in each department will receive complimentary starter packs.
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“Nigeria Legion in a joint effort with Colvi Limited, is furnishing a recovered Legion property in Lagos. The facility is slated to become a vibrant exhibition hub showcasing the organisation’s achievements, while serving as the National Portrait Gallery to preserve the history of the Nigerian Legion and the Armed Forces.
“There will be full support for the numerous programmes empowering Nigerian Armed Forces veterans and the fallen heroes. Also, there will be unlock job opportunities for both the children of military veterans and the dependents of the fallen heroes.
“I have ensured they enjoy good life even after losing their husbands and breadwinners, moving from one milestone to another since assuming leadership of the Nigerian Legion. I will continue to stand by the widows, enabling them to stand tall and hold their heads high through meaningful empowerment. We enjoin beneficiaries to make judicious use of the items to better their lives.”
President, Military Widows Association, Mrs. Maris Emmanuel, appreciated Henry and commended her for working to support the widows and children of the fallen heroes: “The essence of empowerment is for you to be established and financially stable, not to keep begging.”
Henry lauded the Armed Forces veterans for their sacrifices, pledging continuous partnership and support.
