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Award
By Collins Yakubu-hammer
Abuja, Oct. 29, 2016 (NAN) A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Love To The World Initiative, in collaboration with National Orientation Agency (NOA) is set to host the `Heal The Land/Bridge Builders Award’ in November.
The president of the NGO, Mrs Josphine Abraham, also known as ‘Anumbor’ made this known in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja.
She said the award was to remedy the undeniable feeling of insecurity and discontent following a spate of violence, destruction of lives, property and infrastructure, as well as the lack of religious and ethnic tolerance. In many parts of the country.
She added that “the award also aims to appeal to the conscience of every Nigerian, irrespective of tribe, religion, political affiliations and status to change from selfishness to selflessness, and contribute to the progress of Nigeria.
“The event is also to recognize and celebrate exemplary Nigerians who have distinguished themselves in promoting peaceful co-existence, brotherliness and religious tolerance in the nation.
“The event, to be hosted by National Orientation Agency and us will recognise six states out of the 36 states of the federation for their friendliness to visitors, dwellers and businesses.
“Awards will be given to individuals and states which have distinguished themselves in the promotion of peaceful co-existence, religious tolerance and hospitality across the nation,’’ Abraham said.
She explained that Nigerians must undermine the forces of discord by promoting harmony, peaceful co-existence, tolerance and patriotism. (NAN)
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Edited by Hadiza Mohammed-Aliyu