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Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Remember departed, celebrate living personnel with Violence-Free conduct,says AUDA-NEPAD Boss
As we remember our heroes who paid the supreme price in keeping the nation safe from independence till date,let us also celebrate the retired and serving personnel of the armed Forces and security Agencies by embracing violence-free approach to our individual or collective views, says Princess Gloria Akobundu fsi, National Coordinator/CEO, African Union Development Agency-New Partnership for Africa’s Development/African Peer Review Mechanism (AUDA-NEPAD/APRM) Nigeria.
Akobundu said in her goodwill message to the Management and staff of the Agency, marking the 2023 edition in honour of the fallen heroes shared in a statement signed by her Media Assistant, Abolade Ogundimu, on Sunday.
It will be recalled that the nation honours the fallen heroes every 15th of January since the end of the civil war in 1970.
According to the Agency’s Boss, there is need for the public to join the government in ensuring that internal crisis are avoided so that armed Forces won’t have to lose personnel while addressing challenges.
“It is another 15th January and we salute the courage of our fallen heroes but let us resolve to always come up with non-violent option while pursuing our individual or collective views for societal development.
“That will go a long way in ensuring that our security forces and the society will not be losing human and non-human resources to violence.
“As the 2023 general elections are fast approaching, we are urging the general public and other stakeholders to join us in our Campaign for Violence-free elections this year and beyond.
“Since the Electoral Act has been further strengthened to give confidence to the electorates and candidates, let everyone participate in the electoral process in a peaceful manner.
“Let the public join hands with AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria and other Agencies of government to ensure that violence is eschewed before, during and after the upcoming elections, as well as other programmes and activities in the country,” she said.
Akobundu commended the security Apparatus of the state for their sacrifices and patriotism towards keeping the nation safe,urging them to continue to be professional and law abiding while discharging their duties.
It will be recalled that in pursuance of it’s mandate of deepening democracy and good governance,Akobundu -led AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria carries out Sensitisation on Violence-free Elections before,during and after every election in the country.
The Agency has started the process since last year through interactions with the media and grassroot groups for a successful 2023 general elections.
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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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