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Democracy Day: Be committed to developmental strides, NANS charges govt.
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has joined Nigerians to celebrate the democracy day, while charging government at all levels to be committed to the developmental strides in the country.
Mr Danielson Akpan, National President of NANS made the change in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Wednesday.
Akpan noted that infrastructural development, institutional strengthening, human and capacity building, healthcare, security and most importantly education should be the focus of the government to achieve a democratically stable nation.
He pleaded with the Federal Government to make available more funds for the advancement of the education sector of the country.
According to him, on this democracy day celebration, I call on all leaders, who are beneficiaries of the long struggle for democratic governance to see it as service to the people, not for self.
“The Federal and state government should be committed to development in all facets. Infrastructural development, institutional strengthening, human and capacity building, healthcare, security and most importantly education.
“In this new dispensation, more funds should be committed to education. Not less than 15 per cent should be captured for education in all budgetary allocations.
“This is the best that can be given to Nigerians and project for a future our founding fathers planned for Nigeria.
Akpan, however, congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari, governors and legislators that have been saddled with the responsibilities of piloting Nigeria in this new dispensation while charging them to uphold integrity and transparency across all divides.
Meanwhile, the National Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the association, Mr Adeyemi Azeez, called on Buhari to declare MKO Abiola as a former president of Nigeria
Azeez also said the rigths in cash, asset and honour to MKO family should be paid, as this would no doubt go alongway in bringing joy and satisfaction to the bereaved family.
“NANS describes this declaration as a great honour to Nigerians and the fallen heroes whom had paid the maximum sacrifice(life) in sustaining the country’s hard earned democracy.
“NANS hereby calls on president Muhammadu Buhari to declare late Moshood Kashimawo Abiola as a former president of Nigeria, thereby pay all rigths in cash,asset and honour to M.K.O’s family.
Azeez therefore said that the association had frowned at the state of education in Nigeria, while calling on governors of states respectively to emmulate their counterpart in Ogun state, Prince Dapo Abiodun.
He said this should be done by the governors declaring a state of emergency on education in there states respectively.
He commended the service chiefs for the reduction in the rate of kidnapping and bombing, while imploring them not to relent in making Nigeria a crime secured country, for bussiness and development to thrive smoothly.
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Nigeria at 66: ‘We Must Not Lose Faith in Nigeria’ — FCC Boss Omidiran
Joel Ajayi
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary to renew their faith in Nigeria, strengthen national unity and recommit themselves to building a more inclusive and prosperous country.
In her 66th Independence Day message, Hon. Omidiran described October 1 as more than a celebration of freedom, saying the anniversary provides an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the country’s journey, acknowledge its progress and challenges, and renew the collective determination to build a nation where every citizen has a sense of belonging.
According to the FCC Executive Chairman, the Federal Character Principle remains particularly important to the quest for national cohesion because equitable representation promotes a sense of ownership and confidence in the Nigerian project.
“Nigeria is a nation of great diversity and
enormous potential. Our responsibility is to ensure that this diversity becomes a bridge that connects us rather than a barrier that separates us. Every Nigerian deserves to feel that he or she belongs to this country and has a role to play in its development,” Omidiran said.
The FCC boss called on government institutions at all levels to remain committed to fairness, equity, accountability and inclusive governance, while urging citizens to support efforts aimed at strengthening national institutions and promoting peaceful coexistence.
“We must not lose faith in Nigeria. The challenges before us are real, but so are the opportunities and the enormous human and natural resources available to us. Every citizen has a responsibility to contribute his or her own quota to building the Nigeria we desire,” she stated.
The FCC Executive Chairman also urged young Nigerians to remain committed to acquiring knowledge and skills, entrepreneurship, innovation, sports and other productive ventures, describing the youth as critical stakeholders in the country’s future.
“As we celebrate 66 years of independence, let us remember that the Nigeria we want cannot be built by government alone. It requires the commitment of all of us – leaders and citizens, young and old, from every part of the federation. Together, we can build a Nigeria where justice, fairness, opportunity and peace are available to all,” she said.
Omidiran reaffirmed the FCC’s commitment to the effective discharge of its constitutional mandate and to supporting efforts that promote equitable representation and inclusive national development across the federation.
The former lawmaker wished Nigerians at home and abroad a peaceful and memorable 66th Independence Anniversary, praying for continued peace, stability, prosperity and progress for the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“Our differences should never be greater than our common identity as Nigerians. Let us continue to choose unity over division, service over self-interest and hope over despair. The Nigeria of our dreams is possible if we all play our part,” Omidiran said.
“On behalf of the Federal Character Commission, I congratulate all Nigerians on this 66th Independence Anniversary. May this occasion renew our patriotism, strengthen our unity and inspire us to work together for a stronger, more equitable and prosperous Nigeria. May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” she added.
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