L-R: Representative of the Commandant, Nigerian Navy Secondary School, Abeokuta, Lt Commander Adi Idi Agbu; the Secretary to the Ogun State Government, Mr Tokunbo Talabi; Ogun State Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Master Warrant Officer Orukotan Olumuyiwa (rtd); Governor Dapo Abiodun; his Deputy, Engr. (Mrs) Noimot Salako-Oyedele; and the representatives of the Commander, 35 Artillery Brigade, Alamala, Abeokuta and the Commissioner of Police, Col. Legborsi Nule and DCP Bolanle Murtala, during the launching of the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem in Abeokuta, on Monday
By Nudoiba Ojen
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Monday launched the year 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem, promising that his administration would continue to prioritize the welfare of its serving and retired personnel.
Prince Abiodun, at the launch of the Remembrance Emblem at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, also donated N10 million to the Legionnaires.
The governor also promised to look into the accommodation request of the Legion, adding that a befitting edifice would be made available for them.
He called on Nigerians to extend their support and care to the families left behind by the fallen heroes.
The governor said, “As we celebrate the Armed Forces Remembrance Day, let us also remember the family of these fallen heroes. They have endured countless tears and heartaches, yet they have remained resilient, steadfast in their support of their loved ones.
“We must continue to extend our support and care to these families, ensuring that they are never forgotten and are provided with the necessary assistance and opportunities to leave fulfilling lives.
“In this regard, we will prioritize the welfare and wellbeing of our serving and retired personnel. We owe it to them to ensure that they are taken care of and allowed to transit seamlessly to civilian life.
“I want to extend my biggest gratitude to the Nigerian Armed Forces for their unwavering commitment and selflessness against various threats to our peace and unity.
“Through their brilliant efforts, we have been able to maintain stability and ensure the safety of our citizens,” he said.
Prince Abiodun added that his administration would continue to collaborate with the armed forces in addressing various security challenges in the state.
The governor also said that his administration is fully committed to providing the necessary support and resources to ensure that the armed forces can carry out their duties effectively and efficiently.
Earlier in his remarks, the state Chairman of the Nigeria Legion, Master Warrant Officer Orukotan Olumuyiwa (rtd), noted the increase in the number of widows and orphans in need of care and support as a result of security challenges that exerted pressure on the armed forces whose personnel have continually been drafted to tackle security issues in the country.
Orukotan commended the efforts of the state government to reposition the economy, even as he called for concerted efforts to ameliorate the hardship being faced by widows and orphans of falling heroes.
