Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, urged Nigerians to demonstrate enduring commitment to the welfare of widows and families of the country’s fallen heroes.
The governor made the plea while addressing journalists shortly after participating in the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony held at the Cenotaph in Asaba, the state capital.
Governor Oborevwori, who led other top government functionaries, military, and paramilitary personnel to lay wreaths in honour of the nation’s fallen heroes, stressed the significance of the event in commemorating the sacrifices of Nigeria’s Armed Forces.
“This day happens to be a day we celebrate every year in remembrance of our fallen heroes.
“My prayer is for God to grant the souls of our fallen heroes eternal rest and also to console with their families,” he said.
He assured the families of the deceased military personnel that their sacrifices would not be in vain.
“I want to reassure their families that they will never be neglected. Whichever way we can support them, we will continue to support the widows and also those in the forefront today.
“It shows that Nigeria cares, our people care. I will encourage them to stand firm, to stand for our country, Nigeria,” Oborevwori added.
Highlight of the ceremony was the laying of wreaths by the Governor, the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, military commanders, and the Commissioner of Police, among others.