NIGERIA MARKS ARMED FORCES REMEBRANCE DAY

Nigeria marked the armed forces remembrance day with pomp and President Goodluck Jonathan led leaders of the legislature and judiciary, military and para-military organizations to honour Nigeria’s fallen heroes.
The 2015 Armed Forces Remembrance Day with the theme: “Appreciating the Nigerian Armed Forces,” started at 10am with the arrival of the president, who is also the Grand Patron of the Nigerian Legion.
Upon the arrival of the President, there was a general salute, rendition of the National Anthem and inspection of parade.
Prayers were offered for the repose of the souls of departed heroes and for peace, security and unity of the nation by Christian and Muslim clerics.
Shortly after the prayers, the president laid a wreath, followed by Vice-President Namadi Sambo, the Senate President, Sen. David Mark, and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha.
Others who also laid wreaths are: the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Mahmoud Mohammed, the Minister of Defence, retired Lt-Gen. Aliyu Gusau, and the FCT Minister, Malam Bala Mohammed.
The highlight of the day was the gun salute and the release of dove which symbolizes peace in the world.