The Nigerian Legion was established under the law of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, with Act Cap N119 of 2004, with such goals as to foster comradeship among members of the military ex-servicemen.
The Legion is tasked with the responsibilities of:
• Providing the needs of the Orphans and Widows of Deceased
Military Personnel.
• Assisting Financially and otherwise; the Disabled and/or
Aged/Weak Discharged Military Personnel.
• Provide Avenue where the Ex-servicemen can converge for
recreational and other social activities such as park, recreation center;
club/bar and the likes.
• Support the Families of Serving Military Personnel
deployed to battlefield.
To perform all these functions, the Legion is empowered to
Venture into any Legal Business, Source Finance from Commercial Bank, any
Financial Institution, or solicit fund for any programmes from individuals or
corporate bodies as deemed necessary.
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Legion on Parade |