On the occasion of the armed forces remembrance day which is a day set aside by the Nigerian government in commemoration of the fallen Nigerian soldiers who collectively fought during the first and second world war including the unforgettable Nigeria civil war where the unity of the nation was defended, the chairmen of Irewole local government cum Irewole North East LCDA,Honourable Remi Abass and Honourable Adeboye Opeyemi respectively revealed that the services of these Nigerian heroes are still needed in maintaining a peaceful society with their security experience.
While speaking in a serene atmospheric event which had in attendance the presence of His Royal Highness, Oba Olatunde Falabi(Lambeloye III) Akire of Ikire ably represented by his wife Queen Adunola Aduke Falabi,government officials, heads of para military agencies, political functionaries, eminent personalities and wives of the Nigerian Legion who all trooped out to honour the memory of their loved ones, Honourable Remi Abass revealed that their experience are still needed in combating various security vices within the community so he urged them to be available should they be reached out to.
He assured them of his administration support towards their welfare and prayed for forgiveness for the dead while long life and prosperity for those alive.
In his own words, chairman Irewole North East LCDA, Honourable Adeboye Opeyemi made a deafening appeal to well to do in the society to also key into uplifting the welfare of the Nigeria Legion and their families as these are individuals who gave their all in keeping Nigeria together. He reiterated his government support to the Nigerian Legion cause.
The climax of the event which was held at palace square Oja Ale,Ikire was when retired colonel Layiwola Falabi in his usual gesture made a cash donations to the wives of the Nigeria Legion, Irewole chapter to maintain their upkeep much to the admiration of everyone present.
Queen Adunola Falabi in her royal message rallied on governments and successful individuals in the society to provide scholarship up to university level for the children of the Nigerian Legion.
Earlier in his remarks, the commander of the Nigerian Legion, Irewole, commander Adedokun Adegbite berated the living condition of members as most are living from hand to mouth with no end to their hunger and disillusionment.
He appealed to community leaders to come to the aid of Nigerian Legion by putting smiles on the faces of widows left behind by the fallen heroes with provision of foods stuffs, financial support and payment of their children school fees.
Meanwhile he commends the Nigerian federal government for according the program a top priority while he also appreciated the support of the State of Osun government, the local government chairmen and various individuals towards the Nigeria Legion.
The events brought a nostalgic feelings as guests were treated to various military drills of the old days..........
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