President Goodluck Jonathan on yesterday paid glowing
tributes to men and women of the nation's Armed Forces for their courage and
sacrifices in the war against insurgency in parts of the country.
He spoke while launching the emblem and appeal fund for the
2015 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration at the Banquet Hall of the
Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Jonathan restated the Federal Government's commitment to the
welfare of military veterans and families of the nation's fallen heroes.
"We salute and appreciate the courage and sacrifices of
men and women of our armed forces in grappling with the wave of terrorism in
some parts of our dear country.
"They have displayed unalloyed loyalty and commitment
to Nigeria. In their demanding task to keep Nigeria one and united, some of our
gallant officers and men have lost their lives.
"To these officers and men we pay tribute and pray
fervently for the repose of their souls."
Published by:Vanguard
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