2016 armed forces remembrance emblem launched
The 2016 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem was launched on November 10, 2016, in Nigeria. The emblem is an annual symbol of remembrance for the country's fallen heroes who have died in the line of duty while serving in the Nigerian Armed Forces.
The emblem is designed to honor the sacrifices of the fallen heroes and to remind the public of the importance of remembering and honoring their service and sacrifice. The emblem is usually launched in November, which is the month set aside to commemorate the Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Nigeria.
The 2016 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem was launched by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, at the National Defence College in Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria. The launch was attended by senior military officers, government officials, and other dignitaries.
The emblem features a red poppy flower, which is a symbol of remembrance and sacrifice, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The poppy flower is a reminder of the blood shed by the fallen heroes, while the laurel leaves represent honor and glory.
The launch of the 2016 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem was accompanied by a series of activities, including a wreath-laying ceremony at the National War Memorial in Abuja, a church service, and a parade by the Nigerian Armed Forces. The activities were aimed at honoring the fallen heroes and to remind the public of the importance of remembering and honoring their service and sacrifice.