Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has ordered the immediate employment of children of fallen soldiers in the state
The directive was announced on Thursday at the Armed Forces Remembrance ceremony held at Government House, Port Harcourt, as part of activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day.
Fubara said the decision underscores the state government’s commitment to the Armed Forces, other security agencies, and the families of personnel who paid the ultimate price in service to the nation. He directed the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Benibo Anabraba, to ensure the order is implemented without delay.
“I want to emphasise that the Secretary to the State Government has been given marching orders to ensure the promised employment for the children of our veterans is immediately attended to. This is part of our socio-economic support for their families,” he said.
The governor stated that Rivers State would continue to work closely with military formations by providing logistical and welfare support to boost their operational effectiveness.
He paid tribute to troops deployed across the country, particularly those fighting Boko Haram in the North-East, as well as personnel battling banditry and kidnapping in the North-West and North-Central regions. He also acknowledged ongoing military operations in the South-East and South-South aimed at tackling pipeline vandalism, crude oil theft, and other security threats on land and at sea.
Fubara honoured soldiers who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars, the Nigerian Civil War, international peacekeeping missions, and recent counter-insurgency operations.
He further commended President Bola Tinubu for strengthening the military through improved welfare packages, modern equipment, and initiatives targeted at addressing internal security challenges.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Rivers State chapter, Kuu Aminkipo Promise, praised the state government’s continued support, noting that Governor Fubara’s ₦100 million donation to the 2026 Emblem Appeal Fund had reassured veterans, widows, and dependents of fallen heroes.
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