By Sumaila Ogbaje
Spouse of the Minister of Defence, Mrs Oghogho Musa, has referred to as on Nigerians to help the Armed Forces and the households of fallen troopers, describing them because the “unseen pillars” of nationwide safety.
Musa made the decision on the Humanitarian Day occasion, as a part of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD), for members of the Barracks Group on Saturday in Abuja.
She stated the braveness of army personnel was sustained by the endurance, resilience, and sacrifice of their households.
The minister’s spouse stated the gathering was a reminder that the defence of the nation extends far past the battlefield, saying that reaches into houses, communities, and hearts throughout Nigeria.
“Whereas our troopers bear the seen weight of responsibility, their households carry an equally profound burden, quietly, persistently, and with steadfast braveness.
“It’s subsequently each becoming and essential that this 12 months’s celebration shines a lightweight on the human aspect of army service.
“The deliberate inclusion of humanitarian-focused actions displays a rising understanding that the welfare, morale, and dignity of our troopers and their households are central to nationwide safety and unity.
“The theme for this 12 months, “Celebrating the Strengths Behind Our Troopers”, captures a easy however highly effective fact: behind each uniform is a household of spouses, youngsters, and oldsters, whose help kinds the unseen pillars of our armed forces,” she stated.
Musa stated the occasion had been thoughtfully designed as a path of care, inclusion, and shared pleasure.
The actions, in response to her, embody Kiddies’ Nook, sports activities, expertise showcases, and mentoring engagements for youngsters, including that each exercise displays their perception within the subsequent era.
“We additionally pause to recollect our fallen heroes, those that paid the supreme value in service to our nation. We honor their mission and lengthen our deepest gratitude to their households.
“Your energy continues to encourage the nation, and supporting your households stays a solemn nationwide responsibility.
“The supply of academic supplies, hygiene kits, and important objects at present displays our collective duty to offer again to those that defend us.
“Whereas our troopers defend the nation, the nation should in flip defend their dignity, welfare, and future,” she added.
In her remarks, Mrs Hassana Pheelangwa, Spouse of the Everlasting Secretary, Ministry of Defence, stated the occasion was organised to rejoice spouses and youngsters of soldier who had continued to serve the nation with bravery.
Based on her, even in essentially the most difficult circumstances, it’s this quiet, unwavering energy that kinds the inspiration upon which troopers stand.
“Our programme at present is stuffed with significant, participating, and enjoyable actions designed to deliver pleasure to everybody current. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Isaac Aregbesola
