Tinubu Approves N18bn Life Assurance Benefits for Families Fallen Heroes

President Bola Tinubu has approved the sum of N18 billion for the group life assurance benefits and entitlements for the families of members of the armed forces who lost their lives in line of duty.

He says that the policy was for the payment of the families of military personnel who died in active service.

The president announced the policy during the launch of the emblem appeal for the 2023 armed forces remembrance day at the presidential villa, Abuja.

Tinubu explained that the policy was in appreciation of the sacrifices made by the armed forces’ fallen heroes, and to show government’s commitment to their welfare.

According to the president, Nigerians owe debt of gratitude to the gallant troops who lost their lives in protecting the sovereignty of the country.

Mr. Tinubu also encouraged donors to contribute generously and support veterans and families of fallen heroes.

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On his part, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, appreciated fallen heroes for the enormous sacrifices they made for the country.

“For the services they offered to keep our nation together, the president, leading other members of the Federal Executive Council, the service chiefs and the Minister of Defence, commemorate this day every year.”

Also, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Christopher Musa, said that the event signified the concern and appreciation of the Tinubu government for the sacrifice of the Armed Forces.

“Because of their sacrifices, we have a lot of widows, a lot of orphans and those without breadwinners,” saying “This for us is significant because it tells us that we have not been forgotten.

“And then it also serves as a morale booster to those of them still in service that whatever it is that happens to you, the nation is solidly behind you,” Mr Musa, a general said.