The Oyo State Directorate of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has taken its enlightenment campaign on Federal Government programs and policies to the streets and markets of Ibadan, engaging residents directly on key national issues.
The sensitization focused on five thematic areas: national values reorientation for students in secondary and tertiary institutions, discouraging extreme practices during school sign-outs, flood mitigation, national security awareness, the Nigerian identity project and national symbols, as well as general enlightenment on government policies, programs, and activities.
The awareness train moved through the popular Bus Stop business district and several family compounds en route to Oje Market, where traders were briefed on different government initiatives designed to alleviate poverty. These include soft loans and intervention programs aimed at supporting small businesses and improving livelihoods. Officials of NOA, NYSC corps members, NGOs, volunteers, and members of the press participated in the exercise.
Speaking on the essence of the rally, the Zonal Director of NOA, Mrs. Olufunke Salako, explained that many Nigerians are not adequately connected to government activities because they are preoccupied with daily survival, often neglecting opportunities available to them.
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“Sensitization is part of NOA’s core mandate. We are here to let the public know about different Federal Government programs such as NELFUND, environmental awareness initiatives, business intervention funds, and several others that can positively impact lives,” she said.
Reinforcing this, the Oyo State Director of NOA, Mrs. Ajolayo Sinmiat Akande, noted that misconceptions still exist about NELFUND, with many citizens skeptical of its objectives. She emphasized that it is NOA’s responsibility to bridge this gap through continuous orientation and enlightenment.
On the effectiveness of the agency’s recent town hall meeting, Mrs. Akande stated that it achieved its goals, as citizens and stakeholders have since been reaching out to NOA’s local and state offices for further updates on government programs.
At Oje and other stops, market men and women enthusiastically welcomed the sensitization drive, expressing appreciation for the direct engagement and the clarity it brought to available government interventions.
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