The Federal Government has approved the recognition and observance of September 16 of every year as National Identity Day. It said it is in line with the United Nations (UN) position on the contribution of dates to the achievement of the purposes of its Charter to promote action on political, social, cultural, humanitarian/human rights issues,
This is a move to create awareness among the citizens on the importance of identification as a modern tool for national development and social cohesion.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr. Boss Mustapha conveyed the approval in a letter dated August 29, 2019 and addressed to the Director-General of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Engr. Aliyu Aziz.
In the letter signed on the SGF’s behalf by David K. Gende, the Director, Planning, Research & Statistics in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. Mustapha conveyed government’s approval to the NIMC chief executive officer that Nigeria “should join the Coalition for International Identity Day,” in response to the latter’s earlier request.
| Posted: at | |
TRENDING GISTS 
Manchester City v Wolves: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
“Something Foul Is Going On” – Very Dark Man Reveals Update On Nickie Dabarbie’s Whereabouts
70 Passengers Found Vomiting Bug During Flight From Mauritius To Frankfurt
Nigeria Man Narrates How His Dad Impregnated His Ex-girlfriend And Took Her Out Of The Country
I'm Open To Dating WOMEN - Khloe Kardashian Announces
Nollywood Legend, Genevieve Nnaji Celebrates 45th Birthday Today
Last Video of Lady, Kandoon Louisa Before She Was Found Dead And Dumped at a Junction in Abuja