JCI Bauchi City Hosts Human Duties Day Celebration, Launches Documentary on Civic Responsibility.
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Junior Chamber International (JCI) Bauchi City, in collaboration with JCI Kano, JCIN Nasarawa State University (NSUK), and JCIN Jos Prestige Protem, commemorated the 2025 International Human Duties Day with a high-impact virtual event on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
Held virtually with the theme: “Our Duty to Humanity: Voices for Responsibility,” the event featured a digital dialogue session and the official launch of a special documentary aimed at promoting civic responsibility, digital ethics, and values-based leadership among young people in Nigeria and beyond.
Welcoming participants from across Africa, the 2025 President of JCI Bauchi City, Akintunde Tajudeen Taiwo, emphasized the importance of duty in a world often focused on entitlement. “This celebration is more than a ceremony; it is a movement. Human Duties is a call to action for young leaders to rise and be accountable, both offline and online,” he said.
The event’s major highlight was the premiere of a documentary titled “Our Duty to Humanity: Voices for Responsibility”. The short film features real-life voices of Human Duties Ambassadors and changemakers reflecting on the Seven Pillars of Human Duties: Preserve Life, Serve Humanity, Sustain the Future, Pursue Prosperity, Respect Human Personality, Educate Yourself and Teach Others, and Lead Responsibly.
Speaking during the panel discussion segment, Dr. Ogadinma Nkem, Executive Director of the Better Life Restoration Initiative (BERI), warned of the rising threats of misinformation and digital manipulation in today’s media landscape. “Digital media must be a tool for truth, not a weapon for deception. Our young people must learn to fact-check, think critically, and use technology with compassion,” he urged.
Also on the panel was JCI Senator Olabisi Aniso, the 2013 President of JCI Nigeria, who challenged young people to model integrity and not misuse their influence online. “Use your voice for good—uplift, don’t tear down. Social media never forgets,” she cautioned.
Contributing to the discussion, JCI Senator Attairu Abdullahi, the 2025 JCI Vice President for Africa and the Middle East, emphasized the need for youth to adapt to global digital trends. “Being visionary means thinking globally, acting ethically, and using media to scale positive impact. Civic responsibility doesn’t end with posts; it begins with purpose,” he noted.
The event also featured special remarks from key JCI Nigeria national officers and stakeholders. JCIN Amb. Ayodeji Akinwande, the 2025 Executive Vice President (Northwest), highlighted the educational role of digital platforms. “The sixth pillar of Human Duties reminds us to educate ourselves and teach others. In this digital age, that includes how we use technology to inform and inspire,” he said.
In her vote of thanks, JCIN Amb. Hauwa Musa, the 2025 JCI Nigeria National Vice President (Northeast), commended the collaboration among the chapters and described the event as “a timely conversation that shows how youth can lead national reawakening through digital advocacy.”
Mallam Hassan Alhaji Hassan, patron of JCIN FPTB Collegiate Local Organization, lecturer at Federal Polytechnic Bauchi and JCI Human Duties Ambassador, praised the initiative and encouraged responsible content creation. “Algorithms are shaping how we think. Our duty now is to be intentional and ethical about what we consume and what we produce,” he remarked.
The virtual gathering concluded with the signing and re-circulation of the Human Duties Petition, reaffirming commitment to the principles of civic service, leadership, and social responsibility. Attendees were also encouraged to organize documentary screenings in schools and communities as part of the post-event advocacy strategy.
According to organizers, the next phase of the campaign will include partnerships with digital influencers, youth-led organizations, and civic education groups to promote critical thinking, media literacy, and ethical storytelling.
“The work doesn’t end here,” President Akintunde Taiwo said in his closing remarks. “We are committed to taking the message of human duties into classrooms, communities, and conversations nationwide.
"Because progress demands participation and begins with responsibility.”
The initiative aligned with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—notably SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
It also echoed the core principles of the JCI RISE initiative, particularly in promoting sustainable leadership, youth empowerment, and ethical governance through digital platforms.
The 2025 International Human Duties Day Celebration has set a new benchmark for civic dialogue in the digital age, positioning JCI Bauchi City as a trailblazer in using storytelling and collaboration to drive social impact.
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