The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has declared that the newly unveiled ‘My Nigeria, My Responsibility’ national reorientation agenda must serve as a direct call to Nigerians to rebuild patriotism and revive public accountability across communities, schools, and workplaces.
Mahmoud spoke at the Presidential Villa during the formal launch of the campaign organised by the senior special assistant to President Bola Tinubu on citizenship and leadership.
According to her, the campaign is arriving at a decisive national moment where Nigeria’s internal governance, security, civic discipline, and economic recovery require citizens to participate beyond mere political commentary or online nationalism.
“Nation-building is not a government-alone assignment. Every community, every institution, every Nigerian must accept responsibility,” she told participants at the event.
The minister said the FCT, as the administrative engine of the Nigerian state, would intensify programmes around civic conduct, law enforcement compliance, environmental behaviour, and youth mentorship.
She emphasized that Abuja cannot afford to become a capital city where “national law is ignored, symbols are desecrated, and public duties are treated casually,” insisting that Tinubu’s reform posture demands citizens who understand that national assets must be protected and not vandalised.
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Mahmoud tied the campaign to what she described as a broader moral reconstruction agenda, saying the FCT is already deploying inclusive policies targeting security, volunteerism, responsible citizenship, and a culture of rule adherence.
“Our focus is to empower residents to contribute positively, uphold discipline, and build communities that respect law and order. Patriotism is not a theory; it is a daily duty,” she noted.
She also warned that young Nigerians must not inherit a culture of cynicism, political bitterness, and disregard for national symbols, stressing that the administration will continue backing programmes that teach ethical leadership, service, and civic loyalty.
The minister praised the presidency for what she called a “timely intervention in a generation drifting away from civic duty,” urging institutions, civil society, and corporate bodies to translate the message from rhetoric into measurable civic acts.
