Hon Ogunsanya Engages Retired Military Veterans in Solemn Armistice Remembrance Jumat Service.

Hon Ogunsanya Engages Retired Military Veterans in Solemn Armistice Remembrance Jumat Service.

By Olamide Akinwumi J.

In a poignant observance of the Armistice 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, Hon Ogunsanya Lawrence Sunday, the Executive Chairman of Ifedara LCDA, participated in the Jumat service organized at the Central Mosque in Igbemo-Ekiti. The solemn occasion was dedicated to honoring retired military men who have served the nation with dedication and sacrifice.

During the Jumat service, Hon Ogunsanya addressed the gathering of retired military veterans, urging them to lend their support to both his administration and the overarching government of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji. The Chairman emphasized the importance of collaboration, recognizing the valuable contributions that the fallen Soldiers and Heroes have made in Nigeria.

He expressed, "Our fallen Soldiers and Heroes have made the ultimate sacrifice. They have laid down their lives so that we may enjoy the freedom they fought to secure for us. Let us keep them in our thoughts and prayers, not just on Memorial day, but every day," explaining the profound gratitude owed to the nation's defenders.

Expressing his commitment to inclusive governance, Hon Ogunsanya Lawrence promised to keep the retired military veterans informed and involved in the activities of his administration. This pledge signifies a dedication to ensuring that the experiences and insights of these esteemed individuals contribute to the decision-making processes within the LCDA.

The commitment to community support, inclusive governance, and broader development aligns with Hon Ogunsanya Lawrence's vision for a united and progressive Ifedara LCDA. The Armistice Remembrance Jumat Service provided a platform for the Chairman to underscore the importance of unity and collaboration in the pursuit of shared goals.

The preacher urged the good People of Ifedara LCDA, Ekiti, and Nigeria at large to pray for the soldiers every day, especially those who had paid the supreme sacrifice by giving their lives in defense of society. He emphasized that the soldiers' responsibilities to the nation stemmed from the tasks that Allah, in His infinite mercy and wisdom, has given to all mankind.

In attendance at the Jumat service were Vice Chairman of Ifedara LCDA, Hon Sola Olowojebutu, as well as key officials, including the Heads of Local Government Administration (HLA), Department of Agriculture (DA), Department of Finance (DF), and the Head of Department (HoD) of the community. This collective presence emphasized the LCDA's commitment to honoring and engaging with the retired military veterans.

As the last notes of the Jumat service for the fallen military servicemen echoed through the mosque, Hon Ogunsanya Lawrence and his entourage departed with a shared commitment to unity, progress, and a continued partnership with the retired military community in Ifedara LCDA.