Army Chief Honors Fallen Heroes During Eid el-Fitr

On the occasion of Eid el-Fitr, Lt. Gen.

Faruk Yahaya, the Chief of Army Staff of the Nigerian Army, commended the sacrifices made by fallen heroes and urged military personnel to embrace unity and resilience. He highlighted the significance of this year's observance, which coincided with the Christian Lenten season, as a rare opportunity to reflect on shared values within the armed forces.

Yahaya paid tribute to the courage and patriotism of those who have lost their lives defending the nation, inspiring current troops, especially those deployed in various operational theaters. He expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his ongoing support and emphasized the importance of welfare for soldiers and their families.

The Army Chief pledged to continue efforts to enhance living conditions and professional development within the force. He called on personnel to sustain the lessons learned during Ramadan, focusing on discipline and humility, to ensure the defense of Nigeria's peace and sovereignty.