Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has reiterated his administration’s unwavering support for families of the fallen heroes and security agencies in the state.
In his address on Wednesday during the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Lafia, Governor Sule expressed profound gratitude to the gallant men and women who paid the ultimate price in defense of the nation.
He acknowledged the immense sacrifices made not only by the fallen heroes but also by their families, particularly widows left to navigate the challenges of life without their partners.
According to him, his administration will continue to support the families of the fallen heroes, especially the widows and widowers.
“On the 15 of January every year, we remember and pray for our fallen heroes. This country has gone through a couple of wars, from the First to Second World War, all the way to so many other wars we have seen.
“This includes the major war we had from 1967 to 1970, during the period, we lost a lot of our heroes in all areas of our armed forces. So, we are here today to pray for them, to remember them, and to pray for the families they left behind.
“That is the idea about witnessing a day like this. So, we will continue to pray for them but while praying for them, we are also praying for leaders, and also pray for our current heroes,” he said.
Sule said his administration would continue to work in synergy with security forces and support them with logistics to be able to carry out their responsibilities in the state.
“Just two days ago, we went to Gitata where we had a security challenge, and we worked with our security forces to establish another military camp there to safeguard the people of Nasarawa State.
“I called on the people of Nassarawa state to work very hard and live in peace with one another, while also continuously supporting our security agencies with the intelligence and with information to enhance their operations,” he said.
On his part, the State Chairman of the Nigeria Legion, ACG Hamidu Almajiri, thanked Gov Sule for prioritising the welfare of the families of the fallen heroes who put their lives in harm’s way to protect others.
“We give glory to almighty God for some of us who are still alive to observe and remember our fallen heroes, Gov Sule as a patron, is trying his best in prioritising the welfare of the families of the fallen heroes in the state,” he said.
The Voice reports that the governor performed the symbolic laying of wreath, an act of deep respect and acknowledgment for the sacrifices of the armed forces.
