Vice President Kashim Shettima and Senate President Minister Godswill Akpabio took part in a symbolic release of pigeons during the Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony in Abuja on Thursday.
The Armed Forces Remembrance Day is an annual ceremony that honours the sacrifices of Nigerian military personnel.
The event featured moments of reflection, tributes, and patriotic displays.
The ceremony witnessed the release of pigeons, which symbolise peace, freedom, and the nation’s commitment to remembering its fallen heroes.
The Vice President attended the ceremony at the Cenotaph of the Unknown Soldier, Eagle Square, Abuja, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu.