US EditionNigeria: Tinubu Absent As Shettima Leads Armed Forces Remembrance Day Tribute in Abuja
The ceremony honors fallen heroes from multiple conflicts and seeks support for veterans and families amid recent security gains, officials said.
- On January 15, Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima led the 2026 AFCRD at the cenotaph of the Unknown Soldier in Eagle Square, Abuja, representing President Bola Tinubu, who is attending Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in the United Arab Emirates.
- Organised annually by the Ministry of Defence, the AFCRD honours Nigerian Armed Forces personnel who died in the First and Second World Wars, Nigerian Civil War, peace support operations and internal security engagements.
- Recorded security gains in the Northeast framed the 2026 commemoration, highlighting the courage, professionalism and sacrifices of officers and men confronting security challenges so citizens may live in peace.
- The Federal Government of Nigeria reiterated gratitude and urged citizens, organisations and the private sector to support wounded personnel and families of fallen service members.
- Nigeria's distinct commemoration frames the AFCRD as a national moment of remembrance, as Commonwealth members previously marked November 11 Remembrance Day reflecting Nigeria's distinct historical journey.
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Tinubu Absent As Shettima Presides Over Armed Forces Remembrance Day
In the absence of President Bola Tinubu, Vice-President Kashim Shettima presided over the Armed Forces Remembrance Day activities, on Thursday. The president, who has been out of the country since last year, is currently attending a summit at the United Arab Emirate. Usually, the Commander-in-Chief presides over the occasion, but in his absence, Shettima led the Senate President Godswill Akpabio, members of the Federal Executive Council, Nationa…
Nigeria: Tinubu Absent As Shettima Leads Armed Forces Remembrance Day Tribute in Abuja
Abuja -- The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, is attending proceedings marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day, AFCRD, at the cenotaph of the Unknown Soldier in Eagle Square, Abuja.
Nigeria's Military Are Our Pride, Source Of Strength - Betta Edu
Dr Betta Edu, has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for what she described as their “steadfast service to the unity, peace and stability of the nation,” as Nigeria marked the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. Dr Edu in a statement she personally signed, said the military has remained resolute despite evolving security challenges, […] The post Nigeria’s Military Are Our Pride, Source Of Strength – Betta Edu appeared first on Tr…
Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Nation honours fallen heroes in Abuja - THE AUTHORITY NEWS
By Chuks Oyema-Aziken The annual Armed Forces Remembrance Day, which symbolises the end of Nigeria’s civil war and honours officers and men who paid the supreme price in defence of the nation, was observed on Thursday at the National Arcade, Abuja, with a wreath-laying ceremony attended by top government officials and military chiefs. Activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day culminated with the solemn event, durin…
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