Borno assures continuous support to widows, orphans of fallen heroes

AHMED MARI, Maiduguri

The Borno State Governor, Prof Babagana Zulum, has assured of his administration’s continued support to the widows and orphans of the fallen heroes. that laid their lives for the unity of the country.

The Governor made the assurance at the weekend when he launched the 2022 Armed Forces Remembrance and Emblem Appeal Week at the Government House Maiduguri as part of the long week celebration.

The Governor who was represented by his deputy, Alhaji Umar Kadafur, assured that the present government is ever ready to continue to map out programmes that will impact on the lives of widows and orphans of the fallen heroes and legions in the state.

Governor Zulum on behalf of the Borno State Government launched the Emblem Appeal Week with the sum of N10million and appealed to the members of the Nigerian Legion to ensure judicious utilization of the resources for the welfare and benefits of widows and orphans of the fallen heroes.

Zulum, however, commended the gallantry efforts of the Nigerian Armed forces for their sacrifices and commitment in ensuring that peace is restored back to the state and country at large.

Earlier, the Chairman, Nigerian Legion, Borno State Chapter, Col. William Mamza (rtd), appealed to the state government on behalf of the widows and orphans of the fallen heroes to help in alleviating their sufferings and also make life better for the legions who have served the country with commitment, selfless service, and dedication.

The chairman said the Nigerian Legion in Borno State has placed the present administration on record for its tremendous assistance to the legion in various ways

The highlight of the ceremony was the decoration of the Deputy Governor and other personalities present with the Emblem by the chairman of the legion.

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