Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State has actually lauded the sacrifices and dedication of the Nigerian Armed Forces in the upkeep of nationwide, sub-national, international and regional peace and security.

Ikpeazu, who made the commendation during the grand finale marking the end of the 2022 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration held at the old Cenotaph ground, Ogurube design, Umuahia, said the country must continue to appreciate and acknowledge the patriotic contributions and sacrifices of the Nigerian Armed Forces in the battle against Boko Haram, revolt, kidnapping, banditry, armed robbery, terrorism and other kinds of criminality across the country.

Ikpeazu, capably represented by his Deputy, Rt Hon. Ude Oko Chukwu, explained that the accomplishments of the Nigerian Legion in the state can not be overemphasized offered her commitment to the training of security personnel for churches, schools, banks, ministries among others and reassured that as a security-conscious federal government, they will continue to prioritize security and always partner the Nigerian Legion and other security agencies in their effort to sustain the dominating peace and security in the state.

He stressed the requirement for all to, as a mark of honour for the sacrifices of the guys and women of the Armed forces of Nigeria, reveal higher commitment to the unity of the nation and the job of developing a higher and better Society. He further promised that today administration will not relent in its dedication to constantly encourage and support the state chapter of the Nigeria Legion and other security firms in all areas within the limits of readily available resources.

In a vote of thanks, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Deaconess Nna Rose Urenta, said the occasion marks completion of the 2022 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration which began with the launch of the symbol appeal fund and interdenominational Thanksgiving Service in honour of the nation’s fallen heroes that paid the supreme sacrifice.

Emphasizes of the celebration consisted of the inspection of Guards mounted by men of the Nigerian Armed Forces by the Governor’s representative, laying of wreaths at the feet of the unknown soldier by the Governor represented by Chukwu; the Commander, 14 Brigade, Ohafia, Brigadier Gen M.B. Wabili; the Commandant, Nigeria Navy Finance and Logistics School, Owerrinta, Commodore Bugaje; the Commissioner of Police, Mrs.Janet Agbade; the Chairman Nigeria Legion, Abia State Chapter, Commander, Ambrose Nnabugwu; the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Deaconess Nna Rose Urenta; the Chairman Abia State Traditional Rulers Council, Eze Ndubuisi Nwabeke; representatives of widows of Commissioned and Non Commissioned Officers, the release of pigeons and the conventional 21 gun salute in honour of the nation’s fallen heroes.

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