Eid-el-Adha: NOA DG Urges Nigerians to Uphold Faith, Patriotism

Lanre Issa-Onilu 
DG NOA 

"Eid celebration serves as a reminder of the need for citizens to remain committed to the ideals of peaceful coexistence, mutual respect and collective responsibility towards nation-building." Issa-Onilu 

The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency, Lanre Issa-Onilu, has called on Nigerians to uphold faith in God and demonstrate patriotism as part of efforts to strengthen national unity and development amid the Eid al-Adha celebration.

Issa-Onilu said the Eid celebration serves as a reminder of the need for citizens to remain committed to the ideals of peaceful coexistence, mutual respect and collective responsibility towards nation-building.

According to him, the lessons of Eid al-Adha remain relevant to Nigeria’s current realities, stressing that sacrifice, discipline and compassion are essential virtues needed for national growth and stability.

He urged Muslim faithful to emulate the devotion and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim by promoting acts of kindness, charity and support for the less privileged during the festive period.

The NOA boss also appealed to Nigerians to avoid actions capable of threatening public peace and unity, especially as government continues efforts to address insecurity across the country.

He further encouraged community leaders, religious organisations and youth groups to support initiatives aimed at promoting national values, civic responsibility and social harmony.

Issa-Onilu noted that sustainable national development can only thrive in an atmosphere of peace, collective responsibility and shared commitment to the progress of the country.

He reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to sustained public enlightenment campaigns focused on patriotism, unity and active citizen participation in nation-building.

While wishing Muslims a peaceful and rewarding Eid al-Adha celebration, the NOA DG expressed optimism that the spirit of sacrifice and togetherness associated with the season would inspire Nigerians to work collectively for a more prosperous nation.