Nyesom Wike, the governor of Rivers state, says most
Nigerians do not appreciate the roles played by the armed forces in the
peaceful existence of the nation.
The governor said this during the thanksgiving and
inter-denominational service in commemoration of the 2023 Armed Forces
Remembrance Day held on Sunday at the All Saint’s cathedral church of the
Anglican communion in Obio-Akpor LGA, Rivers.
In a statement by Kelvin Ebiri, the governor’s spokesperson,
Wike said most Nigerians do not attach importance to the sacrifices of the men
of the armed forces.
The governor also highlighted the need for the federal
government to establish a standing welfare fund, from which money can be
accessed to cater for the families of fallen heroes and war veterans.
“Each year the Armed
Forces Remembrance Day celebrations begin with the emblem launch. After the
launch, crests are usually made available that are meant to be worn daily, but
most Nigerians do not attach importance to it,” the governor said.
“Pinning such crests on shirts worn daily serves as a mark
of honour and a way of identifying with the men and officers of the Armed
Forces of Nigeria.
“Refusing to wear them indicates a lack of appreciation of
the sacrifices the officers have made in fighting to curtail insurrection,
secession, crime and all forms of criminality that threaten the peace that
makes a healthy country.”
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