Prince Harry and Meghan have arrived in Nigeria to show their support for the Invictus Games, which aim to assist wounded veterans, including Nigerian soldiers who have been engaged in a 14-year battle against extremists.

Invited by the military, the royal couple touched down in Abuja on Friday, May 10th, according to defense spokesman Brig. Gen. Tukur Gusau.

Their agenda includes meetings with wounded soldiers and their families, focusing on boosting morale and well-being.

“This engagement with Invictus is giving us the opportunity for the recovery of our soldiers,” said Abidemi Marquis, director of sports at Nigeria’s Defense Headquarters.

Prince Harry, a veteran himself who served in Afghanistan, established the Invictus Games in 2014 to provide wounded veterans and servicemembers with the chance to compete in sports events similar to the Paralympics.

During their visit, the royal couple will attend basketball and volleyball matches and meet with local non-governmental organizations in Abuja and Lagos, recipients of their support.

Meghan is scheduled to co-host an event on women in leadership with Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director General of the World Trade Organization, according to spokesman Charlie Gipson.

The news of Meghan’s visit has generated excitement in Nigeria, where her life and royal family connection are closely followed.

The Nigerian military views the Invictus Games as beneficial for the recovery of personnel involved in the fight against Boko Haram extremists since 2009.

“The recovery program has given them an opportunity to improve their personal self-esteem, mental health, and emotional intelligence,” said Marquis.