President Bola Tinubu has approved N18 billion for the payment of the Group Life Assurance benefits and other entitlements to the families of fallen heroes.
“The payment will also cater for the benefits and other entitlements to the families of service members who lost their lives in the line of duty. Tinubu noted that the Defense Health Maintenance L.td. , was living up to its expectation in providing healthcare services to veterans. He appreciated state governors and Patrons in their respective states, for the support they give to the Nigerian Legion,He also encouraged government agencies at the Federal and state levels to continue to patronise the services of the Nigerian Legion in the provision of security and other administrative services.
On his part, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, appreciated fallen heroes for the enormous sacrifices they made for the country.