FG To Complete Records Of Nigerian Casualties, Assets Lost During ECOMOG Wars

FG to Complete Records of Nigerian Casualties, Assets Lost During ECOMOG Wars The Federal Government has pledged to complete the documentation of Nigerian military casualties, historical records and assets associated with the country’s participation in the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) operations in Liberia and Sierra Leone. Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, gave the assurance while receiving a delegation of ECOMOG veterans led by retired Major General Ohifeme Ejimai at the Ministry of Defence headquarters in Abuja. Musa said the government remained committed to preserving the legacy of Nigerian military personnel who participated in the regional peacekeeping and peace enforcement operations, particularly those who lost their lives in the line of duty. He acknowledged the substantial human and financial resources Nigeria committed to the missions, stressing that the sacrifices of fallen personnel must be properly documented and preserved for future generations. According to a statement by the minister’s media aide, Leah Katung-Babatunde, the delegation visited the ministry to brief the minister on the association’s activities and initiatives aimed at preserving the history of ECOMOG. During the meeting, Ejimai provided an update on surviving Nigerian veterans and their willingness to continue contributing to national development and security. He also urged the ministry to address gaps in the historical records of the operations and consider establishing a dedicated remembrance day to honour the hundreds of Nigerian troops who died during the missions. The veterans said improved documentation would help preserve the experiences of those who served and ensure that their contributions to regional peace and stability were not forgotten. Established by ECOWAS in 1990, ECOMOG was a regional military force deployed to address conflicts and restore stability in West Africa. Nigeria played a leading role in its operations, particularly during the civil wars in Liberia and Sierra Leone. The Federal Government’s commitment to completing the records is expected to support efforts to preserve the history of the missions and recognise the contributions and sacrifices of Nigerian personnel who served under the regional force.