Nigeria @65: Noa Dg asks for a deeper reflection on national values, the responsibility of citizens

Nigeria @65: Noa Dg asks for a deeper reflection on national values, the responsibility of citizens

Abuja (basic reporter) in the role of Nigeria marks his 65th anniversary of independence, the National Orientation Agency (Noa) urged the Nigerians to go beyond the ceremonial celebrations and to embrace a renewed sense of responsibility, patriotism and citizenship based on the value that reflect the ideals on which the country was founded.

The general manager of Noa, Mallam Lanre Issa-Syilu, in his message of goodwill on the day of independence to the Nigerians, invited citizens to use the moment to reflect deeply on what it means to be a Nigerian-aspiring to diversity, resilience and shared aspirations for unity, peace and progress.

Issa-Honilu stressed that the 65th anniversary of Nigeria offers Nigerians another opportunity to reide their lives for the fundamental national values ​​of discipline, integrity, self-sufficiency and social justice.

“The future of Nigeria depends not only on the leaders in office, but on how every citizen chooses to support these values ​​in everyday life,” he said.

While highlighting the efforts in progress of President Bola Tinubu to revive the economy, he urged the Nigerians to embrace this year’s celebration as an appeal to deepen their commitment for the construction of the nation through civil liability, volunteering and active participation of the community.

He observed that true patriotism has demonstrated not only through symbolic acts, but also in the daily conduct of citizens, supporting national values, showing respect for national symbols and adhering to the rule of law.

ISSA-HONILIU also accused learning institutions, faith-based organizations, traditional sovereigns and civil society groups to use the opportunity to conduct community conversations around national identity, cultural conservation and the importance of active citizenship in a democratic society.

He reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to support the defense of civic values, the awareness of the public on government programs and national unity, exhorting the Nigerians, both at home and in the diaspora, to proudly reaffirm their loyalty to the nation and work collectively to build the Nigeria of our dreams.