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Gov. Fubara Approves N50m For Widows Of Fallen Soldiers
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved ₦50 million support for widows of service personnel who died defending Nigeria.
This was made known during the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration in Port Harcourt, on Wednesday.
Governor Fubara, while addressing legionnaires and service personnel, emphasized that the donation is a token of appreciation for the sacrifices made by the fallen heroes and their families, to help them attend to pressing family needs.
“The N50 million is dedicated solely to the welfare of the widows of our fallen heroes.
“The fund will help them address pressing needs, such as school fees, house rents, and support for their businesses, among other sundry matters,” he said.
He also said Armed Forces Remembrance Day is an opportunity to honour the bravery of veterans who dedicated themselves to secure the country and safeguard its sovereignty.
Recalling the evolution of Nigeria’s armed forces, the governor citing their contributions in the First and Second World Wars, international and regional peacekeeping missions, the civil war, and current internal security operations.
“Throughout these challenges, our armed forces have remained resolute, defending our nation, maintaining peace, upholding our integrity, and ensuring the survival of our beloved country.
“Even today, our servicemen and women are on the frontlines, courageously combating insurgencies and other security threats.
“These sacrifices have come at a great cost, with thousands of soldiers paying the supreme price and many returning with life-altering injuries,” he said.
The Rivers State governor expressed his appreciation to serving armed forces personnel, paramilitary officers, legionnaires, and the families of the fallen heroes, for the contributions to the nation’s security.
He attributed the relative peace in the state to the collaborative efforts between the government and security agencies.
He advisex Nigerians to honour the sacrifices of those who laid down their lives for the country, adding that such recognition would encourage the serving personnel to serve with dedication.
“We assure the people that we will continue to provide the necessary support to security formations in the state to ensure effective discharge of their duties,” He said.
