Benue State Governor Advocates for the Well-being of Armed Forces Personnel
Governor Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia of Benue State emphasizes the importance of ensuring the well-being of those who served in the Armed Forces. Speaking during the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Interdenominational service, organized by the Benue State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Governor Alia urges society to meet the needs of former military personnel, allowing them to overcome the challenges faced during their service. The governor calls for prayers for the families of deceased officers and emphasizes the significance of using the occasion to promote peace within the state and the country. Bishop Wilfred Achikpa Anagbe and Archbishop Yimam Orkwagh, in their remarks and sermon respectively, underscore the selfless sacrifices of the Armed Forces and stress the importance of forgiveness and unity among the citizens.
