Nigerians have to become better citizens and uncompromising in our devotion and allegiance to Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu made this postulation in his 2025 new year message on Wednesday to the nation.
He called on the citizens to show moral rectitude and faith in the country if the Renewed Hope Agenda is to succeed.
He said ‘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.
“As far-reaching and foundational as our reforms are, they can produce the desired outcomes only through shared common values and identities and unconditional love for our country.”
He announced that the conference will begin in the first quarter of 2025, to demonstrate commitment to youth inclusiveness and investment as nation-builders.
The president said “The Ministry of Youth will soon announce the modalities for selecting the conference’s representatives from our diverse, youthful population.
“Dear Compatriots, I urge you to continue believing in yourselves and keeping faith in our blessed country.”
He called on governors and local council chairpersons to work closely with the Federal Government to seize emerging opportunities in agriculture, livestock, and tax reforms and move our nation forward.
“I commend governors who have embraced our Compressed Natural Gas initiative by launching CNG-propelled public transport. I also congratulate those who have adopted electric vehicles as part of our national energy mix and transition. The Federal Government will always offer necessary assistance to the states.
*To all citizens, your sacrifices have not been in vain over the past 19 months. I assure you they will not be in vain even in the months ahead. Together, let us stay the course of nation-building.
“The New Year will bring us closer to the bright future we all desire and the Nigeria of our dreams.”
