The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu has mandated him to prioritize patriotism, honesty, and transparency as the core values of the administration.
The Renewed Hope Agenda
In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja, the Minister explained that President Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope Agenda” aims to elevate Nigeria to an esteemed position among the international community and dispel negative perceptions about the country.
“President Tinubu has entrusted me with the responsibility of reorienting Nigerians during our tenure, in order to restore a sense of national identity and set our course in the right direction,” said Alhaji Mohammed Idris. “This is a substantial challenge, as moral decay is not limited to the youth but pervades all levels of our society.”
Ministry of Information and National Orientation
The Minister highlighted that the renaming of the Ministry of Information and Culture to the Ministry of Information and National Orientation signifies President Tinubu’s commitment to prioritizing orientation and reorientation.
“The President wants to bring the issues of orientation and reorientation to the forefront,” Idris stated.
Promoting Virtues
Emphasizing President Tinubu’s dedication to promoting virtues, the Minister stated, “He has given us a clear directive to ensure that these values are promoted and prioritized, disseminated widely across Nigeria, and benefit all citizens.”
The principles of patriotism, honesty, and transparency are integral to the vision of the Tinubu administration as it strives to create positive change and foster the development of a strong and prosperous nation.
(NAN)
