Govt: Accountability Is Collective Duty, Not Just Celebrities
Government officials and civic leaders across Nigeria are emphasizing that accountability remains a collective duty shared by all citizens, not merely the responsibility of celebrities and public figures who vocally demand transparency from elected leaders. The call for shared accountability comes as Nigerian society increasingly witnesses high-profile public figures, including celebrities, using their platforms to demand government transparency and answerability for public projects and services. While these voices have amplified public discourse, officials stress that ordinary citizens must also actively participate in governance oversight. Without a clear understanding of their civic duties, citizens are less likely to engage in political processes actively and hold their leaders accountable. The Federal Government recently launched the "My Nigeria, My Responsibility" campaign, calling for patriotism as an active verb expressed through personal values and collective civic engagement. The Constitution of the Federal Republic of […]