Argungu (Kebbi State), Aug. 30, 2025 .The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samaila Muhammad-Mera, has voiced deep concern over the growing wave of lawlessness in Nigeria and called for urgent reforms to reinforce the nation’s justice system.
The emir gave the charge on Saturday while hosting a delegation from the National Orientation Agency (NOA), led by its Director of Media and Communication, Malam Bala Musa.
He expressed concern that many Nigerians openly defy laws without consequences, thereby emboldening others to commit similar acts.
Muhammad-Mera lamented a disturbing trend where people who ought to be condemned for wrongdoing are often celebrated.
This, according to him, is a dangerous practice that erodes societal values.
“As traditional leaders, we will continue to do our best, but deliberate action is needed to hold citizens accountable for their bad actions for our country to make progress,” the royal father said.
The emir commended the NOA for its sustained enlightenment campaigns, noting that the agency’s initiatives were timely and capable of contributing to the value reorientation needed for national development.
Earlier, Musa, who represented the Director-General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, said the visit was part of a nationwide advocacy drive to enlist the support of traditional rulers for key government programmes.
“The campaign seeks to strengthen security awareness, promote national values, advance the Nigeria Identity Project, and ensure better communication of government policies, including flood mitigation efforts,” he said.
Musa described traditional institutions as vital partners in shaping national character and promoting civic responsibility.
He stressed that the involvement of respected leaders like the Emir of Argungu would help ensure that messages of discipline, patriotism, and accountability resonate more deeply within communities.
“The collaboration between the NOA and traditional rulers is aimed at tackling insecurity, strengthening unity, and addressing societal challenges threatening the nation’s growth,” the director said.
In his contribution, the NOA State Director, Mallam Mohammed Nasir-Karofi, said the sensitisation efforts were designed to raise public awareness about the new National Anthem, as well as encourage unity and patriotism.
He explained that the campaigns also focus on fostering respect for national symbols such as the flag, the Naira, and the Nigerian passport.
Nasir-Karofi added that the programmes would be delivered through press briefings, town hall meetings, advocacy visits, school outreaches, engagements with traditional rulers, and awareness drives in markets and motor parks across the 21 local government areas of Kebbi State.