Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has launched the 2025 Armed Forces of Nigeria remembrance day emblem and appeal fund.
Presiding over the launch of the emblem at the State House in Abuja, President Tinubu thanked the Armed Forces for their role as the first line of defence in protecting the country.
He also commended them for the recent successes recorded in fighting all threats to National security.
The Nigerian leader insisted “it will be impossible to promote peace and development without security,” hence he commended the patriotic commitment of the Armed Forces to Nigeria’s unity, stability and progress.
In appreciation of the efforts of fallen heroes to national security, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF George Akume announced a donation of N500m on behalf of the Executives.
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio on behalf of the National Assembly made the donation of N200m.
The Chief Defence of Staff, Christopher Musa also announced donations of N50m on behalf of Service Chiefs and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetoken.