Anambra State Assembly Speaker Okafor Lauds Contributions Of Ex-servicemen To National Development

The Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Right Honourable Uche Okafor has described the peace and corporate existence of the Nigerian citizens as a collective responsibility.

In his goodwill message to mark this year’s Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration, Right Honourable Okafor extolled the contributions of the ex-servicemen to the growth and development of the country and advocated their proper upkeep by various governments.

The Speaker who called on the serving security personnel in the country to emulate the team spirit and selfless service exhibited by the fallen heroes, urged them to intensify efforts towards provision of adequate security for the masses.

Right Honourable Okafor, while commending Governor Willie Obiano for all his assistance and largesse to the state chapter of the Nigerian Legion, called on security chiefs in the state to complement the Governor’s efforts in securing the lives and property of the citizenry.

He enjoined affluent citizens to commit part of their God’s given resources to better the condition of families of the late ex-servicemen and living legionaries.