The creation of a special fund for Nigerian military personnel, those injured while performing their duties, and the families of dead heroes has been announced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In honor of his 74th birthday, the President announced the effort on Sunday to honor the bravery, selflessness, and dedication of the country’s armed forces.
Tinubu has instructed the Federation’s Accountant-General to create a special account for the fund, which will offer targeted assistance to injured service members, widows, widowers, and children of those who died while serving their country.
In an effort to ensure that those who have paid the price for Nigeria’s peace and security are remembered, the President has personally promised to donate all of his earnings since taking office as seed money for the project.
State governors, members of the National Assembly, the corporate sector, his friends, and well-wishers were urged to support the initiative by the President, who added that information about the fund will be released eventually.
Regardless of the insurance programs available to members of the armed forces, Tinubu emphasized that the project is based on a serious national commitment to care for those who are in danger and the families who bear the weight of their sacrifice.
Additionally, he said that helping members of the armed forces and their families is a responsibility that everyone must fulfill rather than an act of charity.
According to a statement from presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the President reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of military people and making sure that their contribution to the country is matched with respect, care, and ongoing support.
