* Launches 2024 armed forces remembrance emblem appeal
Deji Elumoye in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday approved N18 billion for the Group Life Assurance benefits and other entitlements for families of fallen heroes of the nation’s Armed Forces.
The president, who announced the approval at the launch of the Emblem Appeal for the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the State House, Abuja, also gave an assurance of his government’s continued support for the Armed Forces by repositioning the three forces.
According to him, “We owe a debt of gratitude to our gallant troops, who have risen to the challenge of securing this great nation. In appreciation of the sacrifices of the men and women of our Armed Forces and to underscore this government’s commitment with their welfare, I have approved the sum of N18 billion for the payment of the Group Life Assurance benefits and other entitlements to the families of service members who lost their lives in line of duty.”
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