The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, said, said the state government made healthcare free for families of deceased soldiers as part of ways to appreciate the sacrifices of the fallen heroes.
Sanwo-Olu urged citizens to foster a culture of compassion and collaboration, saying that addressing societal challenges confronting the families of deceased military officers required shared responsibilities.
According to a statement from the state Ministry of Home Affairs, Sanwo-Olu spoke at the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Interdenominational Divine Service held at the Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa, Ikeja.
Sanwo-Olu noted that the efforts of the heroes had laid a foundation for the state’s ongoing development and urged all Lagosians to emulate their selflessness.
Sanwo-Olu, who was represented at the event by the Secretary to the State Government, Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin, said, “We owe it to our heroes to sustain their vision by extending a helping hand to those in need and creating opportunities for all.”
He emphasised the profound debt of gratitude owed to the fallen heroes, stating that their sacrifices were immeasurable and could only be fully rewarded by God.
”The state government has provided free medical care to the families of deceased soldiers in government-owned hospitals and has continued the distribution of support packages to ease their burdens.
“These efforts are deliberate. We are not only remembering these heroes in words but ensuring their families feel supported and cared for, even in their absence,” Sanwo-Olu said.
During the service, the Presbyter and Cathedral Administrator of the Methodist Cathedral of Peace and Excellence, Opebi, Very Rev’d Oladapo Daramola, delivered a sermon under the theme “Remembering the Faithful Heroes.”
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