The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has reacted to a new movie projected by the leadership of the Inter Party Advisory Council IPAC.
The movie, titled, “Unbroken: Two and Half Decades,” is a documentary on Nigeria’s social, political, and economic journey and challenges since 1999.
The SGF made his opinion on the movie known during a courtesy visit to the Presidential Villa on Monday by IPAC’s Executive Council members led by its National Chairman, Yusuf Mamman Dantalle.
The SGF commended IPAC leaders for carrying out the project and assured them of the government’s support to ensure that the movie reached both old and new generations of Nigerians.
He highlighted the importance of safeguarding the nation’s emerging democracy and its history.
He opined that “‘History” as a subject be returned to the school curriculum.”
Senator Akume praised IPAC’s efforts, stating, “This is a historic effort by IPAC to document the history and preserve the nation’s democracy.”
Barrister Dan Nwanyanwu, Chairman Steering Committee on 25 Years Democracy and “Unbroken: Two and Half Decades” movie, further highlighted reasons why the government should make the project a national priority.
IPAC Public Relations Consultant, Dr. Chris Oge Kalu elucidated on the importance of the movie, the timing and various global platforms where the movie will be streamed, promising a global favourable image.
The movie project, a well-thought-out documentary film, aims to rebrand Nigeria’s image by showcasing major achievements and challenges the country has faced.
“Unbroken: Two and Half Decades” will be streamed on global platforms including CNN, Netflix and Amazon.
The Permanent Secretary in the SGF’s office said that the SGF office will support the project for national reorientation.
IPAC National Chairman, Yusuf Dantalle thanked the SGF for granting the council audience and assured him of top-notch production to meet global standards.
Council appreciated the government’s support and looked forward to a successful project launch.
History should return to schools – SGF reacts as IPAC documents Nigeria’s journey from 1999