The Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration (AFRDC) is currently in progress at the National Arcade, Eagle Square, Abuja. This annual event, organized by the Ministry of Defence, honors the sacrifices of the country’s fallen heroes who gave their lives during the First and Second World Wars, the Nigerian Civil War, peace support operations worldwide, and various internal security operations.
President Bola Tinubu is expected to lead a gathering of high-profile dignitaries, including members of the diplomatic corps, to commemorate this solemn occasion. The ceremony serves as a poignant tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the sake of humanity.
The venue is graced by all service chiefs, headed by Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Christopher Musa, alongside leaders of other security agencies, creating a solemn atmosphere for the commemoration of the nation’s heroes.
