By Musa Odoshimokhe
Nigerians in the diaspora, under the aegis of Arise Nigeria, have urged the Senate to consider the Patriot Bill to celebrate serving armed forces personnel.
The group in a communique at the end of a general meeting to discuss the state of the nation and other sundry issues of concerns on in Brussels, Belgium said the bill was deserving.
Arise Nigeria’s President Dr. Agwu Onyeke urged Senate President Ahmed Lawan to set out the modalities for honouring well-deserving heroes that demonstrate exceptional gallantry in service to fatherland..
The group commended President Muhammadu Buhari on the war against insurgency and the nation’s handling of the Coronavirus outbreak.
“At the plenary, members deliberated on the efforts of the federal government in containing the spread of the Coronavirus in the country.
“Members also looked extensively at the 2020 budget with regards to assessing its viability in light of the global meltdown occasioned by the Corona Virus outbreak. The fight against terrorism was also deliberated on, and members made robust contributions.
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“The activities of the National Assembly were also examined in line with the quality of bills passed and the impact of such on the overall development of Nigeria.
“That the Nigerian citizens must realize that the Corona Virus pandemic is global, and as such, all hands must be on deck to contain its spread in the country.
“That the federal government and the citizens of Nigeria have indeed demonstrated rare patriotism in this all critical period, and this is indeed commendable.
“That President Muhammadu Buhari has indeed demonstrated capacity in many areas, especially on insecurity, where the Nigerian Military has continued to sustain massive onslaught on the Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorist group.
“That the Nigerian citizenry must, as a matter of urgency, ensure that it extends its support to the officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Military as it pushes for the final onslaught against the Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorist group in Nigeria.”
He said Nigeria must emulate global best practices by honouring members of the Armed Forces of the federation, adding that the armed force had continued to make sacrifices for the country.
“That the federal government should embrace the idea of national honours for members of the Armed Forces for their invaluable contributions to the growth and development of Nigeria.
“That the early submission and timely consideration of budget proposals by the National Assembly shows that there is a synergy between the executive and legislative arm of government.
“That the leadership of the National Assembly must rise to the occasion by ensuring that the National Assembly is not used by those against” the interest of Nigeria to destabilize the country.
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