Military honours in recognition of their service and sacrifice.
“Their sacrifice serves as a poignant reminder of the heavy price paid daily by members of the Armed Forces to safeguard the peace, unity, and security of Nigeria,” it said.
Among those in attendance were Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, the Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, and other senior military officers.
They described the deceased as patriots who paid the ultimate price in defence of the nation.
Prayers were offered for the repose of their souls, while citations detailing their service were read before their families.
The Army noted that the grief of the families underscored the human cost of the country’s security efforts, even as their courage remains a source of national pride.
