Nigeria to launch re-orientation programmes to promote National Identity

The Nigerian government is to undertake massive values re-orientation programmes that will promote shared values and beliefs under the National Identity project.

This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Deputy Director of Press, National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mr. Paul Odenyi.

The statement also noted that in a New Year message to Nigerians, President Tinubu also said he would be launching the National Values Charter already approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC), in an effort to realize the goals and objectives of making citizens better and uncompromising in their devotion and allegiance to the nation.

The national identity project is a set of policies that prescribes the values, characters, and national symbols of the country in more meaningful ways that connect citizens and leaders to shared aspirations and goals.

The National Identity Projects proposed by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) have seven institutionalisation policies that seek to outline, entrench, and promote patriotism.

According to the statement, in the President’s words: “Citizens’ moral rectitude and faith in our country are fundamental to the success of the Renewed Hope Agenda. In 2025, we will commit to promoting adherence to ethical principles, shared values, and beliefs under the National Identity Project.

“I will unveil the National Values Charter, already approved by the Federal Executive Council, in the first quarter of 2025. I will launch an ambitious national orientation campaign that fosters patriotism and love for our country and inspires citizens to rally together. The Charter will promote mutual commitments between the government and citizens and foster trust and cooperation among our diverse population and between the government and the citizens.”

Believing that citizens’ support for the government is crucial in national development, President Tinubu said implementation of government reforms will produce desired outcomes only through shared common values and identities and unconditional love for the country.

The statement added that the president also announced his plan to convene a national youth conference within the next three months, saying the relevant government agency has been instructed to work out the details as soon as possible.