National values are an integral part of every society. The drafters of the 2010 Constitution were conscious of this fact and indeed ensured that these values were not only included in the Constitution but also provided for legal mechanisms for the implementation of the same. This is because the mere existence of national values written in our laws – as much as this may be deemed an achievement, may not necessarily suffice. A purposed execution of these values, driven by a utilitarian logic and an undying political will actually demonstrates true appreciation of national values.
Civil Society Organizations, under the auspices of the Technical Working Group on the monitoring of National Values and Principles of Governance (NVPG) implementation saw the need to annually appraise the government’s performance insofar as the implementation of NVPG is concerned. Here is CRECO Shadow Report on NV&PoG on the status of implementation of National Values & Principles of Governance