Lawyer requests Tinubu to reinstate national orientation programmes

Ahead of the inauguration of Bola Tinubu as President-elect of Nigeria, the Principal Consultant of the Lagos Land Use Charge, Mr. Omodele Ibrahim, has encouraged the former governor of Lagos State to resuscitate national orientation initiatives that will further instill patriotism among Nigerians. These programmes may be found in the Lagos Land Use Charge.

According to a statement, Omodele, who worked directly with Tinubu during the latter’s term as Governor of Lagos State, said that the key function of national orientation to cement patriotic principles is practised globally and is essential in promoting Nigeria among the comity of countries. Tinubu served as Governor of Lagos State from 2003 to 2011.

Omodele, a lawyer based in Lagos who serves as the president of the Epe Ogunmodede Club, stated that as the nation ushers in a new age under Tinubu’s leadership, cries for the rebirth of national orientation courses have gotten stronger. Omodele is the president of the Epe Ogunmodede Club.

Omodele emphasised that in a world that is becoming more interconnected, the power of patriotism should not be underestimated since it acts as the adhesive that bonds a varied nation together, cultivating a profound sense of belonging and motivating citizens towards a shared vision of progress.

“Orientation initiatives have the potential to improve social cohesion, promote inclusivity, and bridge societal differences by developing a strong sense of national pride in participants. This will pave the path for a nation that is more prosperous and more united.

“These programmes encourage citizens to actively participate in the democratic process, contribute to the advancement of their communities, and uphold the nation’s ideals by educating them, engaging them, and raising their awareness of national issues through various awareness campaigns.

“This renewed commitment to civic duty and responsible citizenship can catalyse grassroots movements, fuel social innovation, and spur development initiatives from the bottom up,” he added. “[T]his renewed commitment to civic duty and responsible citizenship can be a catalyst for grassroots movements.”