Lawrence Nwimo, Awka
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has paid a glowing tribute to Nigeria’s fallen heroes during the Armed Forces Remembrance Day at Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, the state capital.
The Governor lauded their sacrifices for freedom and pledged unwavering support for security forces in Anambra.
Soludo also praised the Nigerian Armed Forces and local vigilantes for combating terrorism and restoring peace in troubled areas like Orumba South and North. He condemned the criminal activities that led to the deaths of many security personnel and called for collective action against crime.
Announcing the launch of Operation Udo Ga Achi (Peace Will Reign) and putting in place stringent Homeland Laws to prosecute criminals effectively, Soludo emphasised the need for intelligence-sharing to tackle organised crime. He decried that kidnapping for ransom has become a lucrative business that must be tackled headlong.
To the military and other paramilitary agencies, Governor Soludo reiterated that “Anambra is grateful, appreciative, and will not forget,” while also pledging continued support for the security forces.
The event featured a parade, wreath-laying, and dove release, symbolising peace. The Governor further urged citizens to make security a shared responsibility, adding, that “the safety of lives and property is everyone’s duty.”
