By Luminous Jannamike
ABUJA – Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has said Nigeria can only truly honour its fallen soldiers by providing leadership that delivers peace, hope and national progress, stressing that remembrance must translate into a commitment to build a country worthy of their sacrifice.
In a statement to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, he described the annual observance as a moment that should move the nation beyond rituals to reflection and responsibility.
“On this solemn day of Armed Forces Remembrance, we honour those who have laid down their lives in service to our nation. This special annual event serves as a reminder for us to recommit ourselves to being a nation worthy of their sacrifice.
“We are told that a soldier’s true grave is not in the earth, but in the hearts and minds of those they protected, those who slept peacefully while their heroes stood guard.
“Perhaps the most fitting honour we can bestow upon these heroes is to live lives that promote peace and progress. We must provide leadership that gives hope to the hopeless.
“For the families of these fallen heroes, today is not just a date on the calendar; it is a reminder of an empty chair and a voice that is no longer heard.
“While we cannot fill that void, we want to assure you that their immense sacrifice was never in vain,” Obi said.
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