A recent video from Abuja’s 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day event captures a poignant scene as elderly veterans, part of the Nigerian Legion, Scramble for Food Packs at Nigeria’s Remembrance Day Event in Abuja Nigeria.
Many veterans expressed frustration over long wait times. This annual event, held on January 15, culminated in a wreath-laying ceremony performed by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Cenotaph, emphasizing the stark reality of ongoing pension delays and financial struggles faced by veterans.
Despite receiving less than $1,000 monthly amid rising inflation, these brave individuals continue to serve their country. President Tinubu’s donation of N200 million to the Legion last December, along with recent reforms aimed at clearing backlog issues, has not alleviated public concern regarding the treatment of these living heroes.
The footage has sparked widespread sympathy and calls for improved support for Nigeria’s veterans.
