NOA Sensitizes Nigerians on Tax Reform, Security, HIV, Other National Issues

By Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has launched a nationwide sensitization campaign addressing five critical issues vital to Nigeria’s well-being, unity, and development.

The campaign, highlighted during a press conference at the Federal Secretariat in Dutse, focuses on combating HIV/AIDS, enhancing security, discouraging the get-rich-quick syndrome, promoting human rights, and advancing tax reform.

Speaking at the event, NOA Director-General Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, represented by the Director of Legal Services, Mr. Williams Dogo, emphasized the need for collective action to tackle these pressing issues and foster a more informed, secure, and ethical society.

He noted that Nigeria’s challenges require active participation from all citizens, adding that NOA joined the global community in commemorating World HIV/AIDS Day by raising awareness and intensifying efforts to provide free and accessible HIV testing and counseling services nationwide. He also highlighted the availability of antiretroviral treatment and NOA’s partnership with local and international organizations to combat stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV/AIDS.

On the issue of security, the Director-General stated that security remains a top priority for the current administration. He outlined measures being implemented, including strengthening security architecture through better equipment, training, and increased funding for security agencies.

Addressing tax reform, he explained that ongoing efforts aim to simplify tax payment processes through digital systems, address multiple taxation issues, and support low-income earners. The reforms also aim to ensure that tax revenue is utilized for essential public services such as schools, hospitals, and infrastructure development.

The Director-General emphasized that government alone cannot resolve these challenges, stressing the importance of collaboration among citizens, stakeholders, and institutions. “No government can succeed alone. Addressing these challenges requires the active involvement of all Nigerians,” he said.

He called on the media, traditional and religious leaders, civil society organizations, and educational institutions to support the campaign, describing it as a call to action for a better Nigeria.