Gov. Buni Honours Fallen Heroes on Armed Forces Remembrance Day
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, led a dignified ceremony alongside other state officials to pay tribute to the fallen heroes during the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration in the state.
The Armed Remembrance event, which marked the culmination of the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day and Emblem Appeal Fund, witnessed the presence of various government dignitaries, security agency heads, traditional rulers, members of the Nigeria Legion, and family members of the fallen heroes.
Governor Buni, in his remarks following the event, expressed heartfelt tributes to the fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the fight against insurgency in the northeast.
Highlighting the peaceful conduct of the commemoration as a sign of the returning peace to Yobe, Governor Buni called on the troops to exhibit unwavering patriotism and nationalism to uphold the current state of peace in the entire region.
The event featured symbolic activities such as the release of white pigeons, symbolizing peace across the state and the nation.
Prayers were offered by both Muslim and Christian military clerics for the repose of the souls of the fallen heroes and for the continued peace of Yobe state and the entire nation.
