Federal Government has launched a nationwide sensitisation campaign aimed to addressing critical issues affecting the country’s development, including tax reforms, security awareness, ethical values, and public health.
The campaign, themed: “Promoting Awareness, Ethical Values, and National Development,” seeks to foster a more informed and united society.
During the flag-off event on Tuesday in Abuja, the Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Isa-Onilu, underscored the importance of the initiative.
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Isa-Onilu who was represented by Director of the NOA FCT Directorate, Mrs. Agbanusi Ijeoma, emphasised the agency’s commitment to educating Nigerians about their roles in achieving sustainable national growth.
The NOA boss assured citizens that the government’s tax reforms are designed to ease the burden on low-income earners. “Those earning very little will pay little or no taxes, helping them manage their finances better,” he said.
He explained that the reforms are encapsulated in four key bills:
Nigeria Tax Bill which consolidates all major taxes and repeals 11 outdated laws.
Nigeria Tax Administration Bill which provides guidelines for effective tax collection; the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill that enhances accountability in tax administration and the Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill which seeks to coordinate tax policies across all levels of government.
Isa-Onilu highlighted the benefits of these reforms to include elimination of double taxation, fairer tax contributions for low-income earners, simplified processes through digital platforms, and tangible development funded by tax revenues.
The Director-General also addressed other focus areas of the campaign which includes the “World HIV/AIDS Day: Advocacy for free testing, treatment access, and efforts to combat stigma and discrimination.
“Security Awareness by encouraging citizens to collaborate with law enforcement and remain vigilant and discouraging the Get-Rich-Quick Syndrome by promoting ethical values and rejecting fraudulent practices, especially during the festive season.”
Other include the “World Human Rights Day: Raising awareness of citizens’ rights and responsibilities.”
He, however, stated that the campaign calls for active participation from traditional leaders, religious groups, civil society, and media outlets.
He urged the media to amplify the campaign messages to ensure they reach all Nigerians.
Isa-Onilu also emphasised the need for collective efforts in achieving national development. “Together, we can build a healthier, safer, and more ethical Nigeria. The government cannot do this alone,” he noted.
For her part, a deputy director at NOA, Mrs. Rhoda Sadus, also highlighted the critical role of Nigerians in shaping the nation’s future and addressing its challenges.
She described the event as part of the agency’s broader commitment to fostering unity, accountability, and national progress.
Expressing gratitude for the collaborative efforts of stakeholders including traditional rulers, market associations, and the media, Mrs Sdus underscored the significance of Nigeria’s population as its greatest asset.
“When assessing the strength of a nation, you start with its people, not its natural resources. Nigeria’s population positions us as the Giant of Africa and a potential economic powerhouse,” she said.