Nigeria's Defence Minister Promises to Honor Fallen ECOMOG Soldiers

The Federal Government of Nigeria has pledged to immortalise soldiers who lost their lives during peacekeeping operations in Liberia and Sierra Leone under the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group (ECOMOG). This assurance was given by the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), during a meeting with ECOMOG veterans led by Major General Ohifeme Ejimai (retd.) at the Ministry of Defence headquarters in Abuja.

Musa acknowledged the significant human and financial resources Nigeria dedicated to ECOMOG operations and emphasized the government's commitment to recognizing the contributions of personnel who paid the ultimate price. He also assured that efforts to document ECOMOG's historical records, casualties, and contributions would be completed.

Ejimai urged the establishment of a special remembrance day to honor the fallen soldiers, highlighting the need for greater recognition of their sacrifices in restoring peace and stability in the region.