The Senate has called on the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to intensify public enlightenment campaigns and strengthen mechanisms aimed at curbing the growing culture of indiscipline in Nigeria, particularly among young people.
The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Senator Dachung Pam Mwadkon (Plateau North), who raised concern over what he described as increasing moral and social decay across the country.
During debate on the motion, Senate President Godswill Akpabio stressed the need for a renewed national orientation drive focused on discipline, respect for laws, and responsible citizenship.
He said indiscipline has become one of the major underlying factors driving insecurity, criminality, and banditry in Nigeria.
Akpabio noted that Nigerians often comply with laws and regulations when abroad but disregard similar standards at home.
According to him, both privileged and ordinary citizens contribute to behaviours that undermine social order and weaken institutions.
He therefore urged the NOA to intensify civic education and reorientation campaigns, particularly targeting children and young people, to rebuild national values and promote responsible conduct.
In his lead debate, Senator Mwadkon listed several manifestations of indiscipline across the country, including traffic violations, public disorder, vandalism, disregard for lawful authority, political intolerance, breaches of protocol at public events, and the misuse of social media platforms.
He warned that these behaviours are contributing significantly to rising insecurity, weakening governance structures, eroding public confidence in institutions, and damaging national development.
He further cautioned that if the trend continues unchecked, it could negatively affect economic growth, education, social stability, and democratic governance in Nigeria.
