The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, has stressed the need for national unity, saying Nigeria needs peacemakers who will entrench nationalism and patriotism in the polity and not spoilers.
Adesina stated this when he received a merit award from the Ambassadors of Voice for Change, a group of Nollywood actors and entertainers, led by Ahmed Bala, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Friday.
The Presidential media aide said the Buhari administration would continue to support Nigerians working assiduously to promote peace, harmony and development.
He invoked the words of renowned novelist, Chinua Achebe, in his book ”Arrow of God”, to warn on the consequences of internal conflict and underscored the need for Nigerians to see themselves as one.
”When brothers fight to the death a stranger inherits their father’s estate,” he said.
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While commending the group on their vision to promote unity in Nigeria, Adesina said the sheer volume of talents and exceptional Nigerians on their network, including those in the entertainment, media, sports, fashion and arts industry, makes them a formidable voice for positive change in the country.
He said: ‘’The Media office of the President will always support you and I wish you the very best in all your endeavours.
”What you are doing for the country makes our work easier.
“When you hold town hall meetings in different parts of the country, advocating for unity, peace and change, it is easier for me to do the job and I am very glad to identify with this group, which is nationalistic and patriotic.’’
