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President Muhammadu Buhari has launched the 2021 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem and Appeal Fund with 10 million naira.
The short ceremony took place at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, before the commencement of the 21st virtual Federal Executive Council, FEC, meeting.
In his speech on the occasion, President Buhari, urged Nigerians to desist from marking divisive statements that threaten national security.
He posited that the event was to remember the nation’s fallen heroes and veterans as well as those currently engaged in fighting insurgency and banditry in the northern parts of the country.
The President specially commended the gallant soldiers who, despite the impact of COVID-19, have remained steadfast in keeping the nation one, promising timely releases of resources for operations and welfare of the armed forces.
He reassured Nigerians that security will continue to be at the forefront of his administration
Decoration of the emblem was done by the President and Secretary of the Nigerian Legion.
The ceremony was witnessed by Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, National Security Adviser, NSA, Retired Major General Babagana Mungonu, the Head of Service of the Federation, Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, were also in attendance.
Ministers physically present at the Council Chambers were Ministers of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed and that of Defence, Major-General Bashir Salihi Magashi, retired.
President Buhari administered the oath of office to Isa Kwarra, as Chairman of the National Population Commission, among others.
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