By NAN
The Federal Government has identified patriotism as a key pillar to rebuilding Nigeria’s moral fabric and the attainment of national reorientation values.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, said this in Abuja when the founder of Community Peace Initiatives Network (CPIN), Mr Abdullahi Omaki, paid him a courtesy visit.
This is contained in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja by the minister’s Special Assistant on Media, Malam Rabiu Ibrahim.
“The ministry is deeply committed to fostering national unity, promoting our core values, and ensuring that Nigerians, young and old work together to build a peaceful and prosperous country.
“What you are doing aligns with the government’s vision of strengthening Nigeria’s social fabric and fostering a renewed sense of hope.
“I commend the initiatives of the ICPN to institutionalise peacebuilding and promote dialogue among Nigerians.
“Patriotism, mentorship, and value orientation remain central to rebuilding the nation’s moral and social fabric,” Idris said.
He also highlighted the role of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in driving national values and unity.
The minister also highlighted the upcoming inauguration of the Nigeria’s Values Charter as part of the government’s effort to strengthen citizens’ commitment to ethical conduct and national development.
Speaking, Omaki, a former Executive Director of the Savannah Centre for Diplomacy, explained that the visit was to inform him of the formation of the National Peace and Harmony Council (NPHC)
According to the former Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs, the mission is to work closely with youth groups to “close visible gaps in national unity and diversity at the grassroots level”.
“The NPHC would bring together young leaders and experienced figures across various sectors to engage in policy dialogue, peacebuilding, and civic education at the grassroots”.
He also emphasised the need for partnership between government, civil society, and the private sector to address corruption, ethnic biases, and religious intolerance. (NAN)