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NOA Launches Nationwide Campaign, Calls for Value-Driven Society

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By Abimbola Bamgbose

The National Orientation Agency, NOA, has flagged off its 3rd quarter nationwide enlightenment campaign with a call on Nigerians to embrace values that will move the nation to greatness.

The event, held at the Ogun State Directorate, Parastatals Building, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, featured a press conference as part of the agency’s renewed effort to sensitise citizens on government policies, programmes, and National values.

Director-General of the Agency, Mr. Lanre Issa-Onilu, represented by the Deputy Director, NOA Headquarters, Mrs. Aninta Ukamaka, highlighted key focus areas of the campaign, including enlightenment on government policies and activities, the Nigerian Identity Project, respect for national symbols, national security awareness, flooding mitigation, and value reorientation in schools.

Mr. Issa-Onilu expressed concern over the dwindling respect for National symbols, particularly among the younger generation, and emphasized the need to rekindle patriotism.

He also drew attention to the worrisome trend of “sign-out extreme practices” in tertiary institutions, describing them as inimical to the moral upbringing of youths.

On education, the NOA boss enlightened students on the availability of the Federal Government’s Students Loan Scheme under NELFUND, assuring that repayment would only commence after graduation and upon securing employment.

The sensitization exercise, according to the agency, will be carried out across all the twenty local government areas of Ogun state.

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Communication

NOA Picks Ogun as South West Zonal Directorate Headquarters

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By Omolara Adasofunjo

The National Orientation Agency, NOA, says the creation of Zonal Directorates across the six geo-political zones of the country will deepen its outreach and enhance strategic communication of the government’s programmes and activities to the people. 

The Zonal Director, South West Zone of the Agency, Mrs Olufunke Salako, who announced this to journalists in Abeokuta, said the move would further promote national values and foster development at the grassroots level.

Mrs Salako said Ogun State had been selected as the Headquarters for the South West Zonal Directorate and the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun had approved an office for the zone at the South West Resource Centre, Oke Mosan, Abeokuta.

She applauded the Director-General of the NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa – Onilu for promoting innovative policies and programmes to enhance the Agency’s service delivery to the people, noting that the new zonal office in Abeokuta would partner with the relevant stakeholders and explore new collaborations for effective performance. 

The NOA Zonal Director also solicited the support of media organisations towards meeting the agency’s objectives of strategically communicating the activities of the federal, state and local governments to the people across the south west region.

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Politics

OSSIEC on Standby for Osun Election

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By Funmi Ojo

The Chairman, of Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, OSSIEC, Mr Hashim Abioye has unveiled election materials for the Osun State Local Government election slated for Saturday, February 22, 2025.

Mr  Abioye while addressing stakeholders at the Commission office, said he is fully ready for the election where 18 political parties have signified their readiness to participate except if there is contrary information during the week.

The OSSIEC Chairman unveiled the voting materials which include, a double-edge cubicle, Ballot Box and Ballot Papers.

He explained that the cubicle to be used is a departure from the past as the present cubicle accommodates two voters to exercise their voting rights at a time, the ballot box also displayed, is portable and transparent.

Mr  Abioye added that the ballot papers came with secret security features with a scan code attached to a particular Poling Unit that cannot be used in another Polling Booths.

In a remark, the Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council, IPAC, Pastor Victor Akande commended the OSSIEC Chairman for a job well done including the new face of the Conference Hall that is now befitting unlike what it used to be.

On behalf of the political parties present he gave a vote of confidence in OSSIEC on the forthcoming election, commending the OSSIEC Chairman for his transparency and solid preparations.

Also, the National Youth Council of Nigeria, NYCN applauded the preparation of OSSIEC, however, appealed for maximum security for the election to protect lives and properties, especially the youths.

Contributing, the Acting State Director of, the National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mr Adefarsin Adebiyi urged political parties to enlighten their members and promote peace urging any aggrieved party to approach the court for redress if they have issues.

Mr  Adebiyi advised the state government to declare work-free days before the election, to allow every worker to participate in the exercise.

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NOA Advocates Active Participation of Residents in Ondo Council Election

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By Kayode Animasaun

As preparations intensify for the January 18th local government elections in Ondo State, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has called on the people of the state to come out en mass to elect candidates of their choice into Chairmanship and Councillorship seats in the 18 Local Government areas of the state.

The State Director of Ondo NOA, Mr James Adekunle made the call during an engagement with stakeholders and Community Orientation and Mobilization Officers (COMOs) of the Agency where he instructed the COMOs across the 18 LGA of the State to intensify voter education and elections sensitization. 

In a statement signed by the Ondo NOA Public Relations Officer, Mr Ralph Oguntibeju, The state director assured residents of  ODIEC’s determination to conduct credible, free and fair elections into various positions at the Local Government level.

Mr Adekunle advised the electorate to shun vote selling and other forms of practices inimical to democratic governance. 

While discouraging any act of violence during the election, Mr Adekunle called on Security Operatives in the State to ensure peace, safety and Protection of people before, during and after the poll.

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Economy

Tax reforms meant to reduce burden  – NOA

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Director General, National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu has reiterated that the ongoing Tax Reforms Policies by President Bola Tinubu are aimed at making the tax payment system flexible and less burdensome for Nigerians.

Mallam Issa-Onilu stated this in an interview with Radio Nigeria, Gold FM, in Osogbo, on issues bothering the state of the Nation including the Tax Reform Bills, HIV/ AIDS, Security Awareness and Discouraging Get Rich Syndrome amongst the Youth.

Represented by the Director, Community Development, Mrs Olubukola Olorunfemi, the NOA DG explained that the existing Tax system was old, hence there was a need for a total overhauling, for the benefit of Nigerians.

Mallam Issa-Onilu noted that the four tax bills including the Nigeria Tax Bill, Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill and Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill under consideration at the National Assembly aimed to stop double taxation, reduce the tax burden of low-income earners, make the process simple and transparent.

Speaking on reducing HIV/ AIDS in society and get-rich-quick syndrome amongst the youths, the NOA DG, cautioned Nigerians against unprotected sex and advised them to ensure they know their HIV/AIDS status to curtail the spread of the virus.

Mallam Issa-Onilu admonished youths not to shun the “get rich quick syndrome and to remain focused on their academic, vocational and career pursuits.

He urged parents and guardians to ensure the proper upbringing of their children as this would enhance their future and the well-being of society.

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Ogun NOA Sensitization Programmes Gain Momentum

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke 

Non-governmental organisations, NGOs, in Ogun State have expressed support for the campaign efforts of the National Orientation Agency, NOA, towards sensitizing citizens to the dangers of social vices and creating awareness on security alertness among the people. 

Speaking during an advocacy walk in Abeokuta, to commemorate International Human Rights Day, representatives of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights, CDHR, as well as the Core Values Brigade said their collaboration with the NOA would enhance national peace and stability. 

At the event which is based on this year’s theme, ‘Our Rights, Our Future Now’, CDHR stalwart, Mr. Yinka Folarin maintained that ensuring peaceful coexistence among the people was a crucial aspect of respecting individuals’ rights while urging Nigerians to eschew tribalism and work together to make the country better. 

Addressing journalists at the event, the Deputy Director, of Planning, Research and Strategy, NOA, Ogun State, Dr Nkechi  Rotimi and her colleague in the Administration and Finance Unit, Mr  Augustine Ugbaja emphasized the need for Nigerians to be cautious of fraudulent engagements with promises of unrealistic returns on investment, but to prioritize legitimate and sustainable means of wealth creation.

The mobilization experts equally encouraged parents to instil positive values in children and promote healthy family relationships and systems that would assist in building a more peaceful and resilient society.

Participants in the advocacy walk engaged road users, traders and residents in various enlightenment activities during the parade which commenced at the OPIC Roundabout and proceeded through Oke-Ilewo to Panseke Roundabout in the state capital. 

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NOA Seeks Partnership with Radio Nigeria

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By Adebola Ajayi

Take advantage of the Nation’s cultural and ethnic diversity for its overall development, rather than allow it to divide them.

This was the submission of the Ogun State Director, National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mrs Olufunke Salako while she led the management team of the Agency on a familiarization visit to Radio Nigeria Paramount FM, Abeokuta.

Mrs Salako who noted that, National unity was non-negotiable, stressed the need for people to embrace patriotism, tolerance and hardwork, as part of effort to support the government in Nation building.

The NOA State Director maintained that National development required collective effort, and solicited the collaboration of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM Abeokuta, on the Agency’s sensitization and orientation programmes on National issues for the people of Ogun State.

Responding, the General Manager, Paramount FM, Mr Akinyinka Akintola pointed out that, the Station was committed to disseminating informative, educative and entertaining programmes, despite many constraints facing it.

Mr Akintola who expressed the readiness of the Station to partner the NOA in the sensitization of the people on government policies and programmes, gave the assurance that Radio Nigeria would continue to liaise with relevant stakeholders in the quest to uplift the people and unite the Nation.

Lifestyle

Anthem: Call for Renewed Patriotism, Says NOA

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By Omolara Adasofunjo

The newly adopted national anthem is a motivation for everyone to work together in building a great nation for the benefit of all citizens.

Ogun State director of the National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mrs Olufunke Salako made the remark while addressing students of Lisabi Grammar School, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta.

Mrs Salako said the adoption of the new national anthem by President Bola Tinubu was a clarion call on Nigerians, regardless of ethnic, religious, or political affiliations, to work towards a better nation. 

Commending the young population of the people for responding favorably to the appeal for unity, service, and patriotism, Mrs Salako said more efforts would be geared towards promoting greater civic engagements to revitalize the sense of national identity in the people.

She advised the students to always carry out their civic duties diligently and stand for the truth at all times.

Also, the principal of Lisabi Grammar School, Mrs Titilope Odutayo described the newly adopted national anthem as a symbol of peace and unity, urging the students to heed the message and embraces the advice contained in the nation anthem.

Speaking on behalf of the students, Miss Oyinkansola Bamgbose expressed gratitude to the agency, and gave assurances that the lessons learnt would be put into practice by the students.

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NOA DG Visits Ibadan Explosion Scene

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By Olawale Asake

The Director General, the National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu has visited the Ibadan Explosion scene and commiserated with the Oyo State Government and Victims of the Explosion which rocked some parts of the ancient city a few weeks ago.

The Director General who was in Ibadan on a Working Visit was accompanied by the Director, the National Orientation Agency, NOA, Oyo State, Dr. Olukemi Afolayan to the Emergency Situation Hub at Housing Corporation, Bodija and the Explosive Site, Dejo Oyelese Street, Bodija, Ibadan 

Speaking on the incident, Mallam Issa-Onilu described it as an unfortunate and monumental loss to the people, the State and Nigeria in general, saying the level of damage in the Area was huge.

“it takes collective efforts of all of us in this Country to be able to ensure peace and stability. Every Citizen should see him or herself as part of the solution. See something, say something. I use this opportunity to commiserate with the family of those who lost their lives and those who were injured. We pray to God to give them total healing” Issa-Onilu said

“I want to commend Oyo State Government for the quick response which was very very profound, particularly, NEMA, from day one, you people have gone into this issue along with Oyo State Authorities. We commend you for all your efforts and pray that this is not going to happen again”. 

The NOA Director General appealed to all Nigerians to be their brothers’ keepers, adding that, whenever they see something, they should say something for the appropriate Authority to act faster on the information before it gets out of hand.

Meanwhile, Mallam Issa-Onilu used the opportunity to visit the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun in his Alarere Palace, where he solicited the support of the Monarch towards the restoration of Nigeria’s virtues and values.

He said the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Present Administration would create a better understanding between the government and the Citizens to make every Nigerian patriotic, diligent and committed to the Nation’s Development.

Responding, Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun appreciated the Director General for the homage, urging the government to keep to the promises of making life more bearable for the citizens.

The Monarch condemned the State of insecurity in the Country, calling on the government to put more effort into protecting the lives and property of the people.

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NOA Sets to Educate Nigerians on Societal Values

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By Funmi Ojo

Launching of a National Lifestyle Charter will prepare every Nigerian to know what is expected of them as members of the country.

The Director-General, National Orientation Agency, NOA, Dr. Lanre Issa-Onilu, who made the assertion during his advocacy tour and media engagement in Osun State attributed bad behaviours of Nigerians to lack of knowledge on good morality and generally acceptable societal values.

Dr. Issa-Onilu explained that the Agency designed the National Lifestyle Charter that involves Nigeria and the citizens in order to change the orientation of Nigerians thereby changing the way Nigeria is being portrayed in the comity of nations.

He maintained that the charter after being signed by President Bola Tinubu would ensure partnership between the country and the people on best way to live for Nigerian’s positive image.

Dr. Issa-Onilu assured that National Lifestyle Charter would be introduced into school curriculum from primary school level to tertiary institution so as to inculcate good morals into every Nigerians from childhood.

“When the National Lifestyle Charter is introduced as compulsory subject in schools, it will change the orientation of Nigerians right from their childhood. They will learn the social values.”

“The National Lifestyle Charter will inculcate values in children from childhood to adulthood and guide them properly on Nigerian values and public conduct”.

The Director-General who sought for community and societal support when he visited the Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Abdur-Rasheed Olabomi at his palace, charged all and sundry to cooperate with the agency in its bid to restore societal values.

Earlier, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Abdulrosheed Olabomi had called for a law that would compel politicians, Public servants and teachers to register their children in public schools which he said would ensure better education sector.

“Government should make it mandatory for all political offices holders, civil servants, and others to make sure their children go to public schools, that way they will do the right thing.

“If a Permanent Secretary noticed the roof of his children classrooms is blown away, he will want to fix it or gather other people to fix it together.”

Oba Olabomi also appealed to Federal government to make laws to control use of social media which has led Nigerian youths to engage in immortality, Internet fraud and other social vices.

Radio Nigeria Correspondent, Funmi Adekoya-Ojo who was on the entourage reports that the NOA Director General in company of Osun state directorate led by the State Director, Mrs. Kikelomo Ahmed-Oyegbade, also visited the Osun State centre for Arts and Culture for collaboration.

Health

Make Traditional Medicine Practice Beneficial, NOA Tells Stakeholders

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

Those involved in traditional medicine have been encouraged to promote environmental renewal by growing plants and rearing animals that will be useful in enhancing the traditional ways of addressing economic and health challenges in the country.

The Director General, the National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mr Lanre-Issa-Onilu made the submission in Abeokuta, Ogun State while flagging off the campaign for Mass Participation in Biodiversity Conservation and Traditional Knowledge Development. 

The initiative, put together in partnership with the African Biodiversity and Traditional Knowledge Research and Development Project was aimed at facilitating the mass cultivation of medicinal and economic plants, including timbers, coconut and Alligator pepper and others for the use of traditional medicine practitioners.

Mr Issa-Onilu, who was represented by the Ogun State Director of the NOA, Mr Kolawole Obadina said the move would help in protecting the environment from activities capable of damaging the natural habitat which according to him, had brought negative consequences on the ecosystem.

In a keynote address, the President of the African Biodiversity and Traditional Knowledge Research and Development Project, Alhaji Shuaibu Aro said the campaign would be extended to all parts of the state, particularly rural communities while pledging the introduction of capacity-building programmes for stakeholders on the need to conserve and preserve nature’s gift.

Alhaji Aro explained that arrangements had been concluded to enrol 5,000 applicants for the Project in different developmental areas with 4,000 of them focusing on farming the necessary plants as raw materials for traditional medicine. 

The Director of Biomedicinal Research Centre, Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria, Ibadan, Oyo State, Dr Ibraheem Lawal expressed optimism that the development of traditional medicine would help to reduce the nation’s reliance on orthodox medicines and allied products and preservation of the product would assist in standardizing operations in the sector. 

In the lecture entitled, “Utilizing Biodiversity Conservation and the Development of Traditional Medicine for Massive Self-sustainable Employment Opportunities and National Economic Development” Dr Lawal appealed to government at all levels to scale up efforts in preserving natural resources to boost employment opportunities and promote economic sustainability.

Earlier, the National Coordinator of the Project, Mr Taoreed Adefolakan had maintained that all hands must be on deck in charting the path of generational rebirth in African biodiversity and traditional knowledge.

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Religion

Mark Xmas with Optimism of Better Things in 2024 – FRCN Ibadan ZD

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By Dayo Adu

As the world marks Christmas, Nigerians look with optimism for a better and prosperous nation in the New Year.

The Zonal Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr. Dominic Mokikan gave the advice in his message to the carol service held at the premises of the National Orientation Agency, NOA.

Mr Mokikan, who was represented by the Deputy Director of News and Current Affairs, Mr Adewumi Faniran explained that though the economic situation of the country might affect the mood of citizens at Christmas, people should look forward to a brighter year.

The Zonal Director commended the leadership of NOA in Oyo State for organising the carol service and reaffirmed Radio Nigeria’s commitment to effective mass mobilization efforts of the agency.

In a sermon, Pastor Ayodele Adelegan of Christ Eternal Life Mission, Bashorun, Ibadan, admonished Nigerians to reflect on their lifestyles and relationships with others as they prepare for 2024.

In an address, State Director, National Orientation Agency, Dr Olukemi Afolayan enjoined Nigerians to enter the year 2024 with renewed hope of a better life, a peaceful and prosperous country

The choir of the agency presented soul lifting rendition to the admiration of members of staff and dignitaries including the former State Mrs Dolapo Dosumu and representatives of security agencies in the state.

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FG to Launch National Value Charter Soon – NOA DG

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By Isaac Afolabi

President Bola Tinubu will soon unveil a national value charter for Nigerians.

The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu announced this while addressing journalists during a working visit to Ondo State.

Mallam Issa-Onilu noted that the target of the national value charter was to bring back the forgotten core values, norms and revive the patriotic spirit of all Nigerians.

Our correspondent reports that the NOA DG who was at the palace of the paramount ruler of the Akure Kingdom, the Deji of Akureland, Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi emphasized traditional and religious rulers’ involvement in the rebirth of lost values in the country.

He further stated that NOA would soon organise a workshop for traditional rulers in the country to get them actively involved in national affairs since they were the custodians of tradition and were closest to the people.

In response, Oba Aladelusi expressed delight with the national value charter implementation by President Bola Tinubu.

Oba Aladetoyinbo advocated roles for traditional rulers in the constitution.

The monarch also appealed for peace, unity, tolerance and dialogue among factions, and labour leaders in the country and expressed faith in a prosperous Nigeria under the present administration.

The highlight of the visit was a presentation of traditional attires and a national flag to the Deji of Akure.

Top directors of the National Orientation Agency led by the Ondo State Director, Princess Adelayo Adefolalu and chiefs in Akure Kingdom received the NOA DG, Mallam Issa-Onilu.

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Stakeholders Solicit Support for Paramilitary Organisations

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By Mosope Kehinde

Government at all levels have been admonished to provide necessary financial and professional support to Voluntary paramilitary organizations, especial War Against Indiscipline, WAI brigade, considering their commitments to national peace and security.

This was the submission of stakeholders at the one-day retreat for WAI brigade officers in Oyo state with the theme “Evaluating the Paramilitary Structure and Moral In Voluntary Organizations, WAI Brigade, a case study”, organized by National Orientation Agency, NOA Oyo state.

The guest speaker, Chief Supretendent of Corps, NSCDC, Oyo state command, Dr Oyebisi Aremu who explained that the role of WAI Brigade at ensuring peace in the state was significant, appealed to government to provide grants, working facilities and technology assistance, for officers not to compromise their integrity.

While emphasizing the need for the officers to take their health and well-being seriously, Dr Aremu highlighted some of their roles in the society to include maintenance of peace and discipline, fight against corruption and intelligence gathering.

Also speaking, acting commandant, Oyo WAI Brigade, Mr Waheed Moshood, who described the training as a model to resuscitate the dying commitment of WAI Brigade in the society, appealed to government to show interest in officers’ welfare.

Earlier, Deputy Director, local government operations and special duties, Mr Ayodele Sanda said the purpose of the training, which was for heads of brigade was to increase their capacity in their mandates which is expected to pass down the ladder to junior officers in all the 33 LGAs.

Mr Sanda said arrangements are being concluded with relevant stakeholders in Oyo state to recruit more volunteers into the WAI Brigade in the state so as to expand the scope of the Paramilitary organization.

Some of the WAI Brigadiers also used the opportunity of the training to solicit supports from governor Seyi Makinde on technical, professional and financial empowerment.

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NOA DG Promises to Deliver on Mandate

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By Mosope Kehinde

The Director General of the National Orientation Agency, Alhaji Issa -Onilu who was in Ibadan, Oyo state capital has assured Nigerians that he will deliver on the mandate of the Agency.

He also noted the staffers of the Agency has enormous expertise needed for the task at hand.

The DG who had a brief stop over in Ibadan Airport enroute to Kwara state was warmly welcomed  by the State Director Dr Olukemi Afolayan and the Deputy Director Special Duties Prince Sola Sanda.

It will be recalled that Alhaji Issa Onilu was recently appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the 19th October as DG NOA. 

In a release made available to the press in Ibadan by the media unit of the Agency in Oyo State, Dr Afolayan commended the DG for hitting the ground running in the task of repositioning the agency for optimum performance.  

This she said have re-energized the staffers. 

Dr. Afolayan also said she is highly inspired by the encouraging words of the DG and his reassurance that various challenges confronting the agency are being looked into and will soon be tided over. 

Oyo Sate Director and the Deputy Director Special Duties accompanied the Director General to the tail end of Iwo Road axis as he embarked on his journey to Ilorin, Kwara state, the entire State Directorate staff wished him a safe journey. 

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FRCN, NTA, 6 Other Agencies Get New Heads

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President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of eight (8) new Chief Executive Officers for Parastatals and Agencies under the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation:

(1) National Orientation Agency (NOA) — Director-General / CEO — Mr. Lanre Issa-Onilu

(2) Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) — Director-General / CEO — Mr. Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos

(3) Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) — Director-General / CEO — Dr. Muhammed Bulama

(4) National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) — Director-General / CEO — Mr. Charles Ebuebu

(5) Voice of Nigeria (VON) — Director-General / CEO — Mr. Jibrin Baba Ndace

(6) Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) — Director-General / CEO — Dr. Lekan Fadolapo

(7) News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) — Managing Director / CEO — Mr. Ali Muhammed Ali

(8) Nigerian Press Council (NPC) — Executive Secretary / CEO — Mr. Dili Ezughah

According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, the President tasked the newly entrusted leadership in these important sub-sectors to innovate and create new opportunities for Nigerians to leverage upon through the effective reform of these key institutions of government which function to unify our people, reshape mindsets, and showcase this great nation to the rest of the world

By these directives of the President, the above listed appointments take immediate effect

Culled/Oluwayemisi Owonikoko

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Oyo NOA: Afolayan Steps in as Odedokun Retires

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By Kehinde Mosope

Dr. Kemi Afolayan has taken over as the Acting Director, National Orientation Agency, NOA, Oyo state, following the retirement of Mr Kayode Odedokun.

Mr Odedokun bowed out of service on Thursday, 21sth September, 2023 after thirty five years of meritorious service and attaining the statutory age of sixty.

The immediate past director, who rose through the ranks to become the State Director, joined the service as an Assistant Social Mobilization Officer on grade level 8 and was known for his humility, dedication, staff welfare, and hard work while in active service.

Speaking with journalists shortly after handing over at the NOA State Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, Mr Odedokun appreciated God for the grace to retire as a director which he said he never thought of becoming while joining the service.

Mr Odedokun, who appealed to the management and staff of NOA in the state to remain steadfast and dutiful despite the paucity of funds at the agency, said the major legacy he was leaving behind was the unity among staff.

Some staff, who spoke at the ceremony, described Mr Odedokun as an easy going, prudent, and God fearing man

The Fiditi, Afijio Local Government born administrator became the NOA, Oyo State Director in April 2022 and spent one year, five months in office

Reacting, the new Acting State Director, National Orientation Agency, Dr. Olukemi Afolayan promised to prioritize massive mobilization for government policies and more media engagements for the projection of the agency and government’s policies

Management, staff and former Director of the agency, Mr Moshood Olaleye were in attendance at the ceremony, which featured presentation of gifts and prayers

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Lifestyle

Eid-El Kabir: Help government achieve economic revival – Oyo NOA Charges Nigerians

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By Mosope Kehinde

The Director of the National Orientation Agency, NOA, in Oyo State, Mr Kayode Odedokun has urged citizens to rekindle their hopes for better days ahead and assist the government at all levels in making the national economic revival a reality. 

In the Eid-el-Kabir message, which he personally signed and made available to the press in Ibadan, Mr. Odedokun exhorts citizens to discharge their duties responsibly and uphold the tenets of democratic norms in order to secure a nation we all desire. 

The director maintained that the teachings of Eid-El-Kabir should serve as motivation to render our services to God and humanity and also cooperate with the government, especially in this defining moment of fuel subsidy removal. 

Mr. Odedokun reiterates that we should bear the pains of subsidy removal in order to ultimately enjoy its gains and move the economy of the country in the desired direction and once-and-for-all put a stop to the unnecessary and incessant fuel scarcity regime.

He, therefore, wishes the governor, members of his cabinet, the traditional rulers, religious leaders, and the entire citizens both in Nigeria and abroad, a happy Sallah. 

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Ekiti Government Ready to Partner NOA on Proper Civic Education

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By Ayodeji Quazim

Ekiti State government has expressed its readiness to synergise with the National Orientation Agency, NOA, towards ensuring a more functional and conducive environment in the state.

Governor Biodun Oyebanji made this known while playing host to the management team of the National Orientation Agency, NOA in his office in Ado Ekiti.

Governor Oyebanji who emphasised the importance of giving proper orientation to the people in order to engender a peaceful society, commended the NOA, especially on its efforts towards ensuring tranquillity during the last presidential, national and State House of Assembly elections in Ekiti State.

He solicited an initiative where the agency would be presenting quarterly reports to him, about the position and expectations of the Ekiti people from the state government so as to come up with good policies that would satisfy their yearnings.

Earlier in her remarks, the Director of the National Orientation Agency, NOA in Ekiti State, Mrs Olawumi Famuyiwa was appreciative of the support her agency had gotten from the state government, saying the agency is poised to join forces with the government in the task of educating and sensitising the people of the state.

Mrs Famuyiwa also sought the governor’s support via the provision of some logistics, including vehicles, stipends and public address systems so as to enhance the agency’s public orientation programmes in the state.

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Education

We Are Not Recruiting on Behalf Oyo State Govt. – Oyo NOA

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By Mosope Kehinde

The National Orientation Agency, NOA, Oyo State has distanced itself from the publication making the round and fuelled by some mischief makers, that the state government is recruiting unemployed graduates for job placement through the agency.

This is contained in a statement issued by the agency’s State Director, Mr. Kayode Odedokun, and signed by the Head of Media, Mr. Isiaka Kehinde.

The statement reads in part: “This is to inform the public that the attention of our Agency has just been drawn to the ongoing spurious publication making the rounds and fuelled by some mischief makers, that the state government is recruiting unemployed graduates for job placement through our agency”.

“While it can’t be disproved that Oyo State Directorate of the National Orientation Agency has a very cordial working relationship with the state government, this doesn’t confer on us the duty of its recruitment agents, therefore we urge the good people of Oyo State to disregard the rumour, lest they fall into the hands of scammers.”

“While thanking the Oyo State government and the good people of the state for their constant support and cooperation, we wish them compliments of Ramadan Season.”

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Easter: Oyo NOA Says Nigerians Should Remain Optimistic

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By Mosope Kehinde 

The Oyo State Director of the National Orientation Agency, Mr Kayode Odedokun has urged Nigerians not to be despondent but to be full of hope as there is always a silver lining behind the dark clouds. 

The NOA Director stated this in a message released to the Press.

Mr Odedokun pointed out that the nation would surmount the challenges facing it, no matter their nature.

Mr Odedokun implored Nigerians, especially Oyo State citizens to take a leaf from Easter, which is a season that stands for the triumph of gains over pains. 

Mr Odedokun said “The new set of leadership in the country that will soon be sworn in is a testimony of hope renewal, the citizens should therefore be ready to join hands with them to move the country forward “

He adds “As we celebrate the resurrection of the Lord  Jesus, God will cancel every spirit of death at the edge of manifestation of glory in or lives and usher in new things that will turn around our lives and make the Nation  more prosperous for all”

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Politics

Avoid empty promises, NOA to Politicians

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

It is important to uphold peace while making informed decisions as electioneering for various political parties and candidates continue, ahead of the Governorship and House of Assembly elections.

Ogun State Director of the National Orientation Agency, Mr Kolawole Obadina who stated this while speaking with Radio Nigeria also advised politicians to play the game strictly by the rules.

Mr Obadina urged politicians to avoid empty promises but to base their electioneering on realizable goals that would help in making life easier for the people.

The NOA State Director also implored those seeking leadership positions to understand the need for continuity in the process of governance and work towards consolidating on the achievements of their predecessors.

He emphasized that the agency required the support of all Nigerians to succeed in the task of educating and mobilizing the people, especially those at the grassroots on the need to exercise their civic responsibilities and be able to hold politicians accountable to their campaign promises.

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Economy

New Naira Notes: Ogun Traders Call for Extension of Deadline

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

The new naira notes remain Nigeria’s legal tender that must be universally accepted and treasured in the bid to strengthen the economy.

Ogun State Director of the National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mr Kolawole Obadina stated this when he led the agency’s team on sensitisation visits to various markets in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.

The NOA team armed with the posters bearing the pictures of redesigned 1000, 500 and 200 naira notes visited major markets and other places largely populated by traders, including the Itoku Kampala Market and Sapon business area as well as Post Office, Kuto and Omida markets.

Addressing the traders, Mr Obadina stressed that there is a need for market men and women to accept the new naira notes as credible means of exchange and protect the nation’s currency from all forms of abuse. 

Responding, some of the traders, Mr Ifeoluwa Fagbemi and Mrs Omonike Akinjobi acknowledged that contrary to the initial rumours, handling the new notes had convinced them that they were carefully designed as they were beautiful to behold. 

The traders expressed concern that the new money was not yet enough in circulation and appealed to the Central Bank of Nigeria to extend the deadline for the mop-up of the old naira notes. 

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Politics

2023 elections will be free, fair – NOA

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Oyo  State Director of  National  Orientation Agency ( NOA), Mr Kayode Odedokun, has urged  electorates to use their voting powers rightly and assured that  the forthcoming elections shall  be free and fair.

In his new year greetings he personally signed and  made available to the press in Ibadan on Saturday,  Mr Odedokun welcomed the people of Oyo State,  Nigeria and  the world  at large to a bubbling New Year  that will usher in a breakthrough and roundabout blessings.

He enjoined Nigerian voters not to forget their civic duties of voting according to their conscience  in the elections  during the first quarter of the year. 

Mr Odedokun added that ” Elections in Nigeria is a Quadrennial, hence, all eligible voters must  participate actively, shun voters apathy,  under age voting, violence, vote buying,vote correctly at the polls  and avoid other bane that could be detrimental to participatory democracy “

The Director maintained that ” The  voters behaviour should be  majorly influenced by the consideration of the future and the betterment of people and nation.

He urged would be electorates not to mortgage their voting power for money , other mundane material things nor engage in any  anti social behaviours “


Mosope Kehinde 

Politics

2023: INEC Calls for Collaboration of Stakeholders

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The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Osun State says politicians cannot bypass the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, BVAS, technology by the purchase of Permanent Voters Cards, PVCs.

The INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner in Osun State, Dr Mutiu Agboke made the call during his visit to the Commander, Nigeria Army, Engineering Construction Command, Ede, the Commissioner of Police and the State Director of National Orientation Agency, NOA.

Our Correspondent reports that the Resident Commissioner also called for the collaboration of stakeholders for the successful conduct of next year’s elections.

The courtesy visit to the Nigerian Army, Engineering Construction Command Ede, and the Osun State Police Command by the Resident Electoral Commissioner of INEC is coming after the umpire recorded an attack in one of its offices in Ede South Local Government Area of the state.

His first point of call was the Engineering Construction Command Ede where he was received by the Commander of ECC Ede, Brigadier-General Kabiru Suleiman alongside Senior Officers in the Command before going to State Command of the Nigerian Police force where he met with the Commissioner of Police, Kehinde Longe.

The Resident Commissioner was in their various offices to solicit their cooperation for the successful conduct of the forthcoming general elections by providing security for INEC officials and the electorates during elections.

Dr Agboke explained that INEC is not the only body saddled with the responsibility of conducting free, fair and credible elections but has to work with other stakeholders to have a peaceful and successful conduct of the election.

In their separate remarks, the Commander Nigerian Army, Engineering Construction Command, Brigadier-General Kabiru Suleiman and CP Kehinde Longe assured the INEC of doing all within their statutory responsibilities to support the electoral umpire in conducting a credible election in the state.

The REC and his entourage later proceeded to the headquarters of the National Orientation Agency, NOA, to canvass for support of the agency in creating awareness and sensitization of the member of the public on the need to get their Permanent Voters Cards ahead of the election.

Dr Agboke said it is an electoral offence to be found with a PVC that doesn’t belong to one, noting that security agencies have the responsibility to go after such individuals and prosecute them.

The Director, National Orientation Agency, Mr Abiodun Ibikunle, assured the electoral umpire that the agency would do its best in sensitizing the public on the need to collect their PVCs and conduct themselves peacefully during the exercise.

Mr Ibikunle also urged INEC not to hesitate in giving useful information to the agency on the electoral process.

Funmi Adekoya

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