LAGOS State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, on Friday said the cohesion of Nigeria was paramount, urging Nigerians to embrace peace.
He stated this at this Year’s Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration held at the National Arcade, Lagos.
Aside remembering all fallen heroes, the Governor said it was important for Nigerians to dedicate their lives in project Nigeria because the country’s unity was more important than anything and anyone.
“Without them (fallen heroes), there will be no Nigeria. So, it is also important that we all should dedicate our lives and also remember that the position of Nigeria is significant and important for all of us to be together.
“The unity of Nigeria is more important than anything you can think of, it is only when we are united that we can make progress.
“That is why we are so particular about the development of this country. The country is bigger than any individual and we advice all Nigerians that the cohesion and unity of Nigeria is paramount at this moment,” said Ambode.
Similarly, Lagos Monarch, Oba Rilwanu Akiolu, urged Nigerians to pray for members of the Armed Forces and see the celebration as a period to redouble efforts to keep Nigeria together.
In his remark, Commander, 9 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brig.-Gen. Bulama Biu, noted remembering of fallen heroes was a must do task, urging Nigerians to unite to ensure peace and progress.