As the Nigerian Armed Forces marks their remembrance day on Monday, 15th of January, 2024, members of the public have been charged to take care of all those who served the country's armed forces.

Governor,. Hyacinth Alia, gave the charged during the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Interdenominational service, organised by the Benue State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), in conjunction with the Benue State Government, held at the Chapel of Grace, Government House Makurdi,

The governor, stated that meeting the needs of those who have put their lives in line of duty to keep the country safe, is the only way they can forget their ugly moments while in service and called for prayers for the families of the deceased officers, saying their bravery and sacrifices have ensured the rest of the citizens of the country are safe.

The governor described the Armed Forces Remembrance Day as a day to honour the services and unwavering commitment of the Armed forces to the security of the country, charged the people to use the occasion to ensure peace within the state and the country, as a mark of honour to the fallen heroes.

The Benue State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Bishop Wilfred Achikpa Anagbe, said the Nigerian Armed Forces Remembrance Day, holds a special place in the hearts of Nigerians, especially as it reminds the people of the selfless sacrifices the members of the Armed forces have offered to the country.
He called for prayers for the deceased officers, and particularly those still in service as they continue to keep the country secured.