While many Nigerians celebrated Eid-el-Kabir with their families and loved ones, some military personnel spent the occasion on the frontlines of ongoing security operations.
At the Forward Operational Base in Giwa, Kaduna State, Troops under Operation Fansan Yamma gathered for a special luncheon organised by the Nigerian Army.
For the soldiers deployed in conflict-prone areas, celebrations often come with sacrifice.
Far from their families, loved ones and communities, Troops under Operation Fansan Yamma marked the Eid-el-Kabir celebration while remaining actively engaged in operations against terrorism, banditry and other security threats.
The Forward Operational Base in Giwa, officers and soldiers demonstrated sacrifice and loyalty to nation when they gathered for the Chief of Army Staff Eid-el-Kabir luncheon, an event aimed at boosting morale and appreciating Troops for their resilience and dedication to duty.
The Chief of Administration at Army Headquarters, Major General Isa Abdullahi, who represented the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Shaibu Waidi, commended the Troops for their professionalism and sacrifices in protecting lives and property across the country.
He described their commitment as a major factor behind the operational successes recorded by the Nigerian Army in various theatres of operation.
The Army leadership also paid tribute to fallen soldiers who lost their lives in the line of duty, assuring their families that their sacrifices would continue to be honoured and remembered.
For many of the soldiers, the celebration served as a reminder that their sacrifices on the battlefield are recognised and appreciated, even as they continue to serve far away from home.
Editor: Ken Eseni
