By Amina Garba
The Ondo State has approved thirty- five million naira non-interest loan to the widows of fallen heroes with an assurance of more benefits.
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa announced this during the celebration of the 2025 Armed Forces and Remembrance Day in Akure the Ondo state capital.
The governor represented by his deputy, Olayide Adelami commended the military and paramilitary for their sacrifices in protecting the territorial integrity of the country.
On her part, the commissioner for women affairs and social development, Mrs Lola Fagbemi appreciated the governor for his commitment to the welfare of widow’s of fallen heroes, their family members and urged Nigerians to always appreciate efforts of the military.
Three of the widows, Mrs Christiana Ogunjobi, Mrs Sarah Tanko and Mrs Elizabeth Owolemi thanked the governor for the gesture and promised to make good use of the loan and repayment.
Highpoints of the occasion were a minute silent, gunshots salute for the departed soldiers, laying of wreaths release of balloons symbolizing peace and the distribution of loans to the windows of the fallen heroes.
