Armed Forces Remembrance Day

The Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has commended and paid gratitude to members of the Nigerian ...

Let me restate here that we don’t take your service for granted. “I congratulate members of the Nigerian Legion and the entire Armed Forces on this memorable day. The Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has commended and paid gratitude to members of the Nigerian Armed Forces on the occasion of this year’s Armed Forces Remembrance Day.

How Nigeria's lost soul can be restored – Wounded soldiers As Nigeria marks the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day today widows of fallen soldiers have.

There is a lot more we can do, but we have to do it together to restore the soul of Nigerians. There are so many other sectors competing for the government’s attention.” Gen Esekhaigbe said, “Our prayers are with you, and we will continue to do everything we can to support all the wounded servicemen and families of the fallen heroes and whatever it takes, we are going to be there as one nation and one Nigeria, we are not going to breakaway. My two girls are still in primary school; life has not been easy, but I thank God.” She said, “Widows here are really suffering; all widows. She said, “That day I fainted because my husband was my everything.

They joined the Nigerian Armed Forces as able bodied-men and women to fight, defend and protect the territorial integrity of the.

It was when I got injured that I had the time to stay in a particular place because before my injury, I was moving from one operation place to the other. I thank the foundation because I have found myself in sports that I can get joy from it, so I am very happy and I thank the foundation for choosing me. It was on my way down and trying to evade the bullet and everything from the terrorists that I fell from the top of the mast to the ground. I can confidently tell you now that I feel very better and I feel energized because I have engaged myself with these sporting activities, I am no longer idle because as they say, an idle mind is the devils workshop. I found out that there are people who have the same injury like me and they are still moving on, they are still copping with life’s daily struggle. I went for the United Nations Operations in Liberia and from there I was redeployed to serve my nation in the Northeast precisely. I joined the Nigerian Army in 2019. As the nation marks the Armed Forces Day celebrations on Sunday January 15, I want to wish my comrades who are still in the Northeast theatre of operations and those who are in the warfront safety. When I joined the games, I started making new friends and I engaged myself in sports like this sitting volleyball, wheelchair basketball and golf. I wanted my family to have a soldier so I joined and I believe my family is proud of me. I was trained at the Depot Nigerian army and after my training, I was posted to headquarters Nigerian army band corps where I served for the next eight years before I went on operation. I have had two major surgeries and the effect has been there ever since then and I have not been normal since then.

The 4th and 5th lines of Nigeria's National Anthem state that the labors of our hero's past shall never be in vain.

The date was reformed to mark the rebuilding of Nigeria’s harmony. The armed forces Remembrance Day was formally celebrated every 11th day of November globally. To Achieve these great efforts, the Armed Forces Remembrance Day is observed every year to celebrate and honor the selfless fallen heroes, who sacrificed their lives while fighting to ensure the territorial integrity, peace, and unity of the nation, either on land, water, or air.

Mrs Abayomi Fatile stressed that the fallen heroes should not be remembered only during the remembrance day but should be on a daily bases. The Convener urged ...

We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. She appealed to the commander in chief of the Armed forces President Muhammadu Buhari to continue to provide the Armed forces with all, the necessary platforms needed to carry out their duties.

Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja. The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, yesterday promised that if elected president, ...

“It is praiseworthy that despite the many threats and challenges faced by the nation at different junctures of her history, the Armed Forces have remained a great shield that has consistently fought against any threat to national security and peaceful coexistence. The APC presidential candidate said that the Armed Forces have remained a great shield that has consistently fought against any threat to national security and peaceful coexistence. Tinubu, in a statement issued yesterday by his Media Office, gave the assurance in a message of commendation and gratitude to members of the Nigerian Armed Forces on the occasion of this year’s Armed Forces Remembrance Day.

President Muhammadu Buhari is set to honour fallen heroes that paid the supreme price in defence of their fatherland, at a solemn ceremony tagged, ...

The event, celebrated on January 15 each year, also honours veterans of World War I and II, as well as the Nigerian Civil War. It is a day set aside for sober ...

The event, celebrated on January 15 each year, also honours veterans of World War I and II, as well as the Nigerian Civil War. Though the prayers to be said in both Christian and Islamic ways, President Buhari as the Special Guest of Honour at the event would lay a wreath to honour the fallen heroes. It is a day set aside for sober reflections on the significance of the armed forces to the country.

But it was changed to 15 January in Nigeria in commemoration of the surrender of Biafran troops to the Federal troops on 15 January 1970, thus concluding the ...

The emblem is used to raise funds and donations to support the families and dependents of the war veterans who lost their lives in the battlefield. White pigeons are released at the event of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day to signify peace and unity in the Nation. All citizens of Nigeria are expected to contribute to the funds and also wear the emblem. But it was changed to 15 January in Nigeria in commemoration of the surrender of Biafran troops to the Federal troops on 15 January 1970, thus concluding the Nigerian Civil War that sought to tear apart the unity of Nigeria. Most soldiers who die in war are buried in the warfront, hence the need for cenotaph. It was formerly celebrated on 11 November of every year to coincide with the Remembrance Day (Poppy Day) for the World War II veterans in the British Commonwealth of Nations.

The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has arrived the National Arcade, venue of the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day wreath-laying ...

The 2023 wreath-laying ceremony will be Buhari’s last as Commander-in-Chief. Buhari who arrived at the Arcade at 10:05 am was immediately ushered onto the saluting base for the National Salute. The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has arrived the National Arcade, venue of the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day wreath-laying ceremony.

Deji Elumoye. President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived the National Arcade, Abuja for the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebrations.

The 2023 Remembrance Day will be the last to be reviewed by President Buhari as Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Armed Forces before leaving office on May 29, 2023 after an eight-year term in office. President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived the National Arcade, Abuja for the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebrations. [Just In: Buhari Arrives National Arcade for Armed Forces Remembrance Day](https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2023/01/15/just-in-buhari-arrives-national-arcade-for-armed-forces-remembrance-day/) [Ima Ekanem](https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/author/ima/)

Today is Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Nigeria, an annual event to commemorate the nation's servicemen and fallen heroes. Advertisement The event ...

The event, celebrated on January 15 each year, also honours veterans of World War I and II, as well as the Nigerian Civil War. Though the prayers to be said in both Christian and Islamic ways, President Buhari as the Special Guest of Honour at the event would lay a wreath to honour the fallen heroes. It is a day set aside for sober reflections on the significance of the armed forces to the country.

President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday led other senior members of the government to the National Arcade in Abuja to participate in the Wreath Laying Ceremony ...

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President Muhammadu Buhari, on Sunday, led other senior members of the government to participate in the Wreath...

President Muhammadu Buhari, on Sunday, led other senior members of the government to participate in the Wreath Laying Ceremony that marked the climax of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration. Also in attendance were members of the Federal Executive Council, including the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha; the Chief of Staff to the President, Professor Ibrahim Gambari; the National Security Adviser (NSA), retired Major General Babagana Monguno and Permanent Secretaries amongst others. Others who laid wreaths included the Ministers of Defense retired Major General Bashir Magashi; Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mallam Muhammed Musa Bello; the Chief of Defense Staff, General Lucky Irabor and the service chiefs and as well as the Inspector-General General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba; representatives of members of the Diplomatic Corps; and the pair of the Chairman of the Nigerian Legion and a widow of a fallen officer.

Nigeria's fallen heroes were honoured in different parts of the country on Sunday in commemoration of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day.

President Muhammadu Buhari led other senior government members to participate in the Wreath Laying Ceremony that marked the climax of the Armed Forces.

Lagos State Government has restated its commitment to support Military and Paramilitary organizations in their strive to maintain security and peace in the ...

The state Commissioner for Home Affairs, Prince Anofiu Elegushi, stated that the government will continue to render necessary assistance and support to the families of the fallen heroes; in terms of empowerment and wellbeing. He, therefore, prayed for the repose of the souls of the fallen heroes and that God should grant their families the fortitude to bear the loss. According to him, “Serving members of the military should rest assured that the Government of Lagos State will support and do everything it takes for them to achieve their aims and aspirations.”

Governor Benedict Ayade of Cross River State has called on the authorities to always remember, and give care and attention to Nigerian soldiers who fought.

“As we genuflect and bow in their honour, may we also reflect on those who worked with us and those who served with us as the primary purpose of government is the people”, he stressed. “Therefore, an opportunity like this beckons on government at all levels to reflect on the sacrifices these our sons and daughters have made for our country.” “As we gather today to honour the veteran soldiers, may it also be a great opportunity to sit back and reflect on the pains of those alive.

The Armed Forces Remembrance Day (AFRD), is a day specially dedicated, celebrated and observed on January 15, to commemorate the servicemen of the Nigerian ...

While the Armed Forces Remembrance Day is celebrated on November 11 every year globally, it is known as the armistice day, commemorating the end of the first World War. It is a day set aside for sober reflections on the significance of the armed forces to the country. The Armed Forces Remembrance Day (AFRD), is a day specially dedicated, celebrated and observed on January 15, to commemorate the servicemen of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

The 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebrations held at.the National Arcade, Abuja on Sunday. A the celebration where President Muhammadu Buhari ...

[2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Photographs ](https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2023/01/15/2023-armed-forces-remembrance-day-in-photographs/) [Ima Ekanem](https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/author/ima/) The 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebrations held at.the National Arcade, Abuja on Sunday.

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has told Nigerians to take good care of the families of fallen heroes, asking them to always show love and.

We should not just come here today, walk away and then come back next year. Addressing newsmen, Abiodun charged Nigerians to inculcate a daily habit of showing love and appreciation to families of the fallen heroes, saying, “without them the country would not have enjoyed peace, order and socio-economic development.” Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has told Nigerians to take good care of the families of fallen heroes, asking them to always show love and appreciation to those “who laid down their lives for the country.”

Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State has urged politicians not to threaten the unity of Nigeria in their quest to capture power. Emmanuel who spoke.

“We must not threaten the unity of this nation for the narrow desire to be in power. “We should fan the embers of our unity deeper and extend the frontiers of love and brotherhood further, so the sacrifices of these gallant officers and men of the Nigerian Armed Forces we have come here today to honour, will not be in vain.” The governor explained that the nation’s diversity is being exploited for narrow political advantage, and encouraged Nigerians to extend the frontiers of love and brotherhood so the sacrifices of the gallant fallen officers will not be in vain.

Over 250 golfers made up of professionals, amateur players, ladies, Chief Executive Officers and members of security organisations featured in this year's.

Runsewe, who is also the DG National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), noted that the golf federation had succeeded in using the kitty to bring new innovations in how tournaments are organised in the country. “The essence of the kitty is to also be able to generate small funds for those that are still living to assist them and also tell the nation that in as much as we are fighting war, we also keep fit in the course of fighting war,” Amao said. The CAS noted that the tournament was important to the Armed Forces as it afforded the military the opportunity to remember its fallen heroes who paid the supreme prize as well as those who are still alive and are contributing to making the country safer.

President Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday, led Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to lay wreaths at the National Arcade, Eagle Square, Abuja, in commemoration of the ...

On what Nigerians should expect from members of the Armed Forces, as the country heads for another election, Irabor said: “Democracy has come to stay. Fielding questions from newsmen, the Chief of Defence Staff said the Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration is not a day of mourning. The Armed Forces Remembrance Day is used to honour veterans still alive.

President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday led Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to lay wreaths at the National Arcade, Eagle Square, Abuja, to commemorate the 2023 ...

On what Nigerians expect from the members of the Armed Forces as the country heads for another election, Gen Irabor reiterated that “democracy has come to stay. And that we have that level of love for the country that men and women have committed to and, if need be, sacrifice their lives so that the rest of us can live. “It is the day that we need to give thanks to God; that men and women of this great nation once served, are serving and will continue to serve this country.

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has stated that the nation owes a debt of gratitude to the men and women of Nigeria's military for their past and.

Governments at all levels must ensure that our gratitude translates to improved service conditions for service personnel and unconditional care for the veterans and their families,” he added. At the same time, we pay homage to our veterans, the living witnesses of patriotic service. Neglecting welfare of service personnel is a disservice to effective national defense,” he said.