The Military Pensions Board (MPB) has honoured a 98-year-old former Warrant Officer, Echenim Emmanuel Ewemiwe, at Ute-Erumu, near Agbor, in Ika North East Local Government Area of Delta State.
This was contained in a statement made available to Defence Correspondents in Abuja by the Spokesperson of the Board, Squadron Leader Aliyu Muhammed.
According to the statement, the Chairman of the Board, Major General J.S. Osifo, while speaking at the event, acknowledged the sacrifices and contributions of military veterans across the country.
He reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to their welfare and well-being, assuring them that the welfare of veterans remained a priority.
Other dignitaries at the event included the traditional ruler, Aruwe of Ute-Erumu, clergy members and other community leaders.
The statement added that the family’s representative, Ex-MWO Chuks Echenim, in a vote of thanks, expressed appreciation to the Chairman for making the journey to Delta State to celebrate with their father and honour him on his special day.
It noted that the visit reflected the Military Pensions Board’s recognition of the sacrifices of military veterans and its commitment to upholding their dignity, honouring their service and identifying with them beyond the administration of pensions.
The Board’s delegation, led by the Chairman, Major General Osifo, also included Navy Commodore Galadima Ciroma, Director of Navy Pensions; Squadron Leader Aliyu Muhammed; and Captain Robertson Akpojovwo, Delta State Legion Chairman.
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The statement described the visit as a special gesture to celebrate the veteran’s 98th birthday, a remarkable milestone and an opportunity for the Board’s leadership to identify with one of Nigeria’s oldest military veterans.
According to the statement, the birthday celebration featured colourful cultural performances, traditional dances and the presence of family members, friends and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate the veteran’s life and legacy.
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