By Hassana Aminu
National Orientation Agency (NOA), Dala Local Government branch, has organized a sensitization programme aimed at enlightening citizens on critical national issues.
Speaking in message at the event, the Community Orientation Officer of the area, Alhaji Tukur Abba, explained that the programme was part of the Federal Government’s policies and initiatives aimed at improving the lives of Nigerians.
He stated that the campaign was taken to schools, Islamiyya institutions, mosques, the office of the Northern Forum representative and the palace of the District Head of Gobirawa, Alhaji Aliyu Harazumi, Dan Amar of Kano in order to attain set goals and objectives
Represented by his Deputy, Malama Hafsatu Mohammad, Alhaji Tukur noted that in schools, students were cautioned against destroying their uniforms during signing-out ceremonies. Instead, they were encouraged to donate such items for the benefit of others.
On security, the crucial role of religious leaders, community heads and parents was stressed Being close to the people, they were urged to support security agencies in identifying delinquent youths, since their identities and households are well known within the community.
In the markets, traders were advised to clean drainage channels to prevent flooding, which threatens both lives and property.
Cooperation between the community and government authorities was strongly encouraged to ensure lasting solutions.
Malama Hafsatu expressed delight over how the community members have expressed satisfaction with the ongoing initiative by NOA hoping it would be sustained.
