NOA urges Nigerians to defend unity and peaceful politics before 2027
The National Orientation Agency has called on Nigerians to support national unity, reject hate speech and violence, and resolve political disagreements through lawful means. Director-General Lanre Issa-Onilu said citizens and government both had responsibilities in sustaining progress and building a productive country.
The National Orientation Agency has urged Nigerians to renew their commitment to national unity, peaceful coexistence and national development as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary. The agency’s director-general, Lanre Issa-Onilu, made the appeal in a message ahead of the anniversary. He described independence from colonial rule as a defining moment that gave Nigerians the opportunity to determine their future and shape their country.
Issa-Onilu said Nigeria had made progress despite the challenges it had faced. He urged citizens to recognise those achievements while continuing to address areas requiring improvement. He said national development could not be achieved by government alone and called for greater participation, cooperation and responsibility from citizens.
He urged Nigerians to contribute through productive work, self-reliance, peaceful coexistence and positive activity in their communities. With the 2027 general elections approaching, the NOA director-general called on citizens to protect the country’s peace and unity. He urged Nigerians to respect political differences, reject hate speech and violence, and settle disagreements through lawful and democratic channels.
Issa-Onilu said political competition should not weaken the ties that unite Nigerians. He encouraged issue-based engagement, respect for differing views and adherence to the rule of law before, during and after the elections. The director-general reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to promoting patriotism, national unity and responsible citizenship.
He said the agency would continue providing accurate information about government policies and programmes while encouraging constructive public participation. The message presents citizenship as a continuing responsibility beyond the anniversary. Issa-Onilu said Nigerians had a role in sustaining the gains of independence and building a peaceful, productive and prosperous country.
The supplied material does not identify specific government programmes or achievements that the agency wants citizens to support. Its appeal focuses on broad civic participation, national values, peaceful politics and shared responsibility for development.
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