President Bola Tinubu has approved N18 billion for the Group Life Assurance benefits and other entitlements for families of fallen heroes of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

The president announced the approval today during the Launch of the Emblem Appeal for the 2024-Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the State House, Abuja.

President Tinubu assured his administration’s continued support to the nation’s armed forces by repositioning the forces.

The Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, appreciated the president for remembering the families of the fallen heroes who gave up their lives for the country.

Also speaking at the launch, the Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, spoke on the significance of the Emblem Appeal.