Armed Forces Day: Sanwo-Olu Urges Support For Families Of Fallen Heroes

• Supporting the families of fallen heroes is a way of recognising their sacrifices, says Sanwo-Olu.

• Emir Sanusi Lamido pays tribute to fallen soldiers.

• Imam Hakeem Kosoko emphasizes on the need for peaceful coexistence.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has called on Nigerians to consistently show support and appreciation for the families of the nation’s fallen heroes.

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In commemoration of the 2024 armed forces remembrance Day, the Governor, represented by Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, made this plea after a Special Jumaat Service held at the Lagos State Secretariat Community Central Mosque, Alausa, on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

Sanwo-Olu emphasized that supporting the families of fallen heroes is a way of recognizing the sacrifices made by those who laid down their lives for the country.

“They died so that we can live, and as a matter of fact, they are still dying for us, so we must do everything to support them. The fact that people are struggling should not stop you from lifting others; we can always lift ourselves. If it’s just Ten Naira you have, take one naira out of it to lift someone,” he stated.

Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat representing Gov. Sanwo-Olu

The 14th Emir of Kano, His Highness, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, lauded the armed forces for their dedication to ensuring the unity of Nigeria and protecting the nation’s territorial integrity, commending their resilience despite challenging circumstances and paid tribute to those who made the supreme sacrifice.

Emir Sanusi Lamido with Dr Obafemi Hamzat

“I wish to commend the armed forces for their dedication to duty despite the difficult situations that they are operating in. Besides, despite that some members of the forces were paying the supreme sacrifice to protect the civil populace, they remained undaunted to ensure that they upheld the alliance to the call of duty. We appreciate you and we pray that Almighty Allah will continue to be with your families”, he said.

Imam Hakeem Kosoko, delivering the sermon, urged continuous celebration of the armed forces, emphasizing the need for peaceful coexistence. He emphasized that understanding the necessity of life and respecting the rights of others is crucial, reflecting the teachings of the Holy Books that advocate for peace.

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“The tasks of the armed forces would not have been tedious to the extent of families losing their breadwinner, soldiers losing some body parts or even senses if the citizens understood the necessity of life and the rights of others irrespective of either being a Christian or a Muslim. Despite this, the Holy Books point to peace and peaceful co-existence among all human beings”

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