The Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced a N50 million donation to widows of service personnel who lost their lives defending the country, donation said to be a gesture of gratitude for the sacrifices made by the deceased personnel and their families.
Penpushing reports Fubara made the donation announcement on Wednesday while addressing legionnaires and service personnel during the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration in Port Harcourt.
‘The N50 million is dedicated solely to the welfare of the widows of our fallen heroes. The fund will help them address pressing needs, such as school fees, house rents, and support for their businesses, among other sundry matters,” he said.
Penpushing further reports that the Governor described Armed Forces Remembrance Day as an occasion to honour the bravery of veterans whose dedication helped secure the country and safeguard its sovereignty.
The Governor recalled the evolution of Nigeria’s armed forces, citing their involvement in the First and Second World Wars, international and regional peacekeeping missions, the civil war, and current internal security operations.
“Throughout these challenges, our armed forces have remained resolute, defending our nation, maintaining peace, upholding our integrity, and ensuring the survival of our beloved country’, Fubara added.
“Even today, our servicemen and women are on the frontlines, courageously combating insurgencies and other security threats. These sacrifices have come at a great cost, with thousands of soldiers paying the supreme price and many returning with life-altering injuries,” he said.
Penpushing also reports that he expressed his gratitude to serving armed forces personnel, paramilitary officers, legionnaires, and the families of the fallen heroes for the contributions to the nation’s security, attributing the relative peace in the state to the collaborative efforts between the government and security agencies.
The Governor at the ceremony urged Nigerians to honour the sacrifices of those who laid down their lives for the country, pointing out that such recognition would inspire the serving personnel to serve with dedication.
Penpushing reports that the Governor assured the people that his administration will continue to provide the necessary support to security formations in the state to ensure effective discharge of their duties.
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