VAG calls for greater support for veterans and fallen soldiers

The Veterans Association of Ghana (VAG) has urged the nation to provide greater support for military veterans, particularly those who are ill, elderly, or affected by war. FCPO 1 Solomon Bediako, the Volta Regional Administrative Officer of the Association, explained that the VAG is seeking ways to raise funds to enhance the welfare of veterans and assist those in need. The Poppy Appeal is a crucial fundraising initiative that helps the Association fulfill its welfare obligations to veterans, according to Mr. Bediako.

During an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA), Bediako emphasized the importance of promoting unity and camaraderie among military veterans, fostering mutual support, and preserving records of their service and contributions to the nation. He highlighted the significance of treating veterans who died in service with respect, through proper funerals, annual memorial activities, and preserving their contributions to national history.

Also, Remembrance Day parades play a role beyond ceremonial displays, as they are organized to honor fallen soldiers and recognize the sacrifices of veterans worldwide.

Ghana, as part of the international community, joins other nations in celebrating the heroism and sacrifices of military veterans. The VAG stresses the responsibility to recognize veterans who have been injured or incapacitated through war, as well as those who continue to live with the consequences of their service. Bediako warned that a nation that fails to honor its heroes risks losing a vital part of its identity, stating, "A nation that has not honoured its heroes is not worth dying for."

He also stressed the importance of preserving the history of military service, asserting that a nation that does not honor its heroes risks losing an essential aspect of its identity. Bediako urged the public to support the Poppy Appeal and other VAG initiatives to ensure veterans receive the recognition, care, and assistance they deserve.