Peter Obi celebrates annual Armed Forces Remembrance Day

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has marked the annual Armed Forces Remembrance Day, celebrating the military personnel who lost their lives in service.

The Politician, on his X handle on Thursday, paid tribute to the fallen members of the Armed forces, stating that the Remembrance day serves as a reminder of their commitment and sacrifice to the nation.

“On this solemn day of Armed Forces Remembrance, we honour those who have laid down their lives in service to our nation. This special annual event serves as a reminder for us to recommit ourselves to being a nation worthy of their sacrifice,” he said.

Peter Obi spoke about the legacy of the fallen soldiers, regarding them as heroes who gave their lives for the peace of Nigeria.

“We are told that a soldier’s true grave is not in the earth, but in the hearts and minds of those they protected—those who slept peacefully while their heroes stood guard. Perhaps the most fitting honour we can bestow upon these heroes is to live lives that promote peace and progress. We must provide leadership that gives hope to the hopeless,” he added.

Obi sympathised with the families of the late soldiers, assuring them that their loved ones will not be forgotten.

“For the families of these fallen heroes, today is not just a date on the calendar; it is a reminder of an empty chair and a voice that is no longer heard,” he added.