BY Austin Elegbede
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has launched the ‘Fall in Love with Nigeria’ campaign to promote patriotism, ahead of the 2021 Valentine’s day celebration on February 14.
The campaign was launched on Friday, with the theme: “Be Patriotic: Do Your Part to Keep Nigeria Secure and Safe from COVID-19″.
Speaking on the essence of the campaign, Garba Abari, the NOA director-general, said Nigerians had roles to play to make the country great again by being patriotic, adhering strictly to the COVID-19 protocol, and shunning violence.
“This is possible in an atmosphere where patriotic citizens are willing to trade off their comfort for the sake of the country’s interest,” Abari said.
“NOA is leveraging on the persuasive feeling of love that Valentine brings to encourage citizens to engage in those things that will make Nigeria great. Charge members of your family, churches, and mosques to embrace this message of love.”
The director-general urged leaders and their followers to embrace peace, dialogue, and love to restore the nation to its right course.
He also noted that the government has promoted several policies for youths, in relation to the #EndSARS protest.
“I appeal to youths to be patient with the government and shun acts that can lead to breakdown of law and order. No progressive change can be achieved under chaotic environment,” the NOA DG said.
“As a mark of love, you and I owe our family members, especially the elderly ones, the responsibility of observing the COVID-19 protocol.”
On his part, Aminu Davidson, the NOA director of documentation, translation and publication, to do away with the spread of fake news capable of causing disunity.
“We should avoid fake news and hate speeches if we want to live together as one nation,” Davidson added.
Valentine’s Day, celebrated every February 14, focuses on showing affection for others.
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