Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri
has reitrated government support to the Nigerian legion and families of falle. heros. describing their sacrifices as fundamental to the peace and survival of Nigeria
Fintiri spoke at the 2026 armed forces remembrance day emblem appeal fund, held at the government house Yola
He reiterated continuous commitment to supporting ideas and initiatives geared towards enhancing the living standard of the ex-service and serving men and women.
Represented by the his Deputy Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, acknowledged the sacrifices and gallantry of the armed forces in the face of insecurity among other threat.
He pledged sustained collaboration with the Nigerian Legion and relevant stakeholders to ensure that those who served the nation with honour are not forgotten.
The remembrance according to him, is beyond honouring the fallen heroes who paid the supreme price in defence of Nigeria’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity, but also to appreciate the serving officers and veterans who continue to bear the physical and emotional scars of war and peacekeeping operations
As such, governor Fintiri said the celebration stands as a symbol of courage, patriotism and selfless service.
The governor therefore, emphasized that the resilience and dedication of the Nigeria armed forces deserves not only admiration but tangible support.
Earliet, the state Chairman Nigerian Legion Master Warrant officer Ali Mohammed (Rtd). explained that the remembrance celebration recognises and appreciating the sacrifices of the veterans in the first, second and third world wars, Nigerian civil war, peace support operations, especially the ongoing war on insecurity in north eastern Nigeria.
He saluted the gallantry, courage and sacrifices of men and women of the armed forces in facing the diverse and contemporary security challenges in the country.
The chairman lauds government ans donors who continue to support the Legion in diverse ways.
Highlighted of the 2026 emblem appeal fund was donation by groups and individuals including the speaker of the state assembly Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley joined the league of donors by donating five million Naira on behalf of the lawmakers.
