EDITORIAL
Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Honoring Sacrifice, Celebrating Martyrdom

Every year, the Armed Forces Remembrance Day stirs emotions in every Nigerian heart. It is a day when we pause to reflect on the immeasurable sacrifices of the brave souls who stood for this nation, who bled for her, and who gave their all so we might live in peace.
We should be reminded that this day is not just about history. It is about our present and our future. It is about remembering the countless heroes who didn’t hesitate to risk everything for a cause bigger than their own lives.
How often do we consider the weight of their sacrifices? Families left behind, dreams abandoned, lives cut short—all so we could sleep soundly at night. We all know the joy that comes to a child’s heart when the father returns from farm with a sweet roasted corn? These fallen heroes’ children could not experience this.
Their bravery is beyond words, and yet, many of these gallant men and women remain unsung heroes. Their courage might never grace the pages of history books and they may not be inducted into Nigeria’s hall of fame, but their lamp should burn brightly in the soul of this nation.
It is not just about those who have fallen. It is about the living too; the men and women in uniform who tirelessly guard our borders, who confront terror, insurgency, banditry and every threat to our collective peace. These are people who, despite the danger, continue to uphold their oath with unyielding faithfulness.
And what of us? What is our role as citizens? Perhaps the greatest way to honor their sacrifice is to live for the values they defended; unity, peace, and progress. We must draw lessons from the past to embrace understanding, compassion, and peace, especially in moments of conflict.
Asiwaju Media is calling all Nigerians to action. Let us be reminded that the sacrifices of yesterday are the foundation of our future. We owe it to the fallen, the veterans, and the active personnel to protect this nation’s integrity with every ounce of our being.
As we commemorate this day, let’s not just say “thank you” to our Armed Forces. Let’s show it by supporting their families, advocating for better welfare for these heroes and above all, working for a Nigeria that is worth their sacrifices; a united, peaceful, and prosperous Nigeria.
To every soldier, veteran, and fallen hero, you are not forgotten, your courage inspires us, your sacrifices humble us and your legacy will forever be etched in the heart of this nation.
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