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THE National Orientation Agency (NOA), Ebonyi Directorate has intensified its sensitisation campaign in the rural communities on the five critical issues bothering on nation building.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the issues include: the tax reform bill, get-rich-quick syndrome, HIV/AIDS, security consciousness, and human rights.
Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, Director-General (DG) of the Agency, said during the sensitisation campaign on Wednesday in Ishielu local government area of the state that supporting policies aimed at development was imperative.
Issa-Onilu, represented by the Director and Coordinator of Environment, Climate and Energy, Mr Emeka Egbugara noted that the Agency was committed to reaching the nooks and crannies of Ebonyi in order to keep Nigerians well informed.
On the tax reform bill, he described taxation as “essential” for funding national development.
The DG said that tax bill could tackle multiple taxation and support the low-income earners in the country.
“Those earring very little will pay little or no no taxes, helping them manage their finances better. It will bring more transparent processes,” he added.
Issa-Onilu further called for collaboration from all citizens, stakeholders, and institutions on the sensitisation campaign, noting that “together, we can build a healthier, safer, and more ethical Nigeria.”
“Let us commit ourselves to these ideals and work tirelessly to make them a reality for our beloved nation,” the DG stressed.
On Security, Issa-Onilu noted that it had been a top priority of the present government and called for the need to strengthen the security architecture through better equipment, training, and increased funding for security agencies.
“Expanding policing initiatives to improve collaboration between citizens and law enforcement. Deploying technology, such as surveillance systems and intelligence gathering, to combat criminal activities,” he added.
Issa-Onilu decried the rising crime among citizens, especially the get-rich-quick syndrome, urging the general public to shun the act.
“Citizens must reject shortcuts to wealth and embrace integrity, hard work, and the opportunities provided through government initiatives to make life better for citizens.
“In this Yuletide season, the tendency to resort to criminal ways to acquire ill gotten wealth so as to impress others is heightened. We will in this month of December be carrying out nationwide sensitization against the get rich quick syndrome,” he stated.
Mr Theophilus Nwokpor, Ebonyi State Director of NOA also condemned the act of get-rich-quick syndrome among children and urged citizens to desist from such unlawful act for a better nation.
“These unethical acts include but not limited to money ritual, corruption, advance-fee fraud and other cyber-crimes, popularly known as “Yahoo-Yahoo.”
“The extent of involvement in different rituals among the youths in the name of making quick money and to belong had continuously posed serious threat to the future of the country.
“I must tell you, Nigeria must be great again and I urge you to support the ongoing reform by the federal government,” Nwokpor stated.
Mrs Ifeoma Agwu, Chairman of Ishielu local government area of the state, commended the campaign team from NOA and urged them to keep the flag flying.
Mr Godwin Ezeanyim, Traditional Ruler in the area pledged that the message would be extended to the rural communities and support policies aimed at building the fatherland. (NAN)
11th December, 2024.
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