Sprezzatura Publishing Ltd. has stressed the need for young people to participate in mandatory military service to foster patriotism, discipline and ccontribute to broader nation-building responsibilities.

The company’s Managing, Dr Abubakar Sani, said this on Sunday in Abuja, while announcing plans for a public presentation of abook titled “Serving the Nation: Exploring Mandatory Military Service for Nigerian Youths.”

Mr Sani said the event would go beyond a routine book presentation, describing it as a platform for robust national discourse.

According to him, the presentation will ignite fresh conversations around patriotism, discipline and youth engagement in nation-building.

He stated, “This book does not impose a position on Nigerians, rather, it encourages critical thinking about patriotism, discipline, unity and the broader responsibilities of young people in nation-building.

“We want citizens to carefully reflect on the possible social, economic and political implications of such a policy.”

Mr Sani noted that Nigeria’s youthful population remained one of its greatest assets.

He stressed that discussions on compulsory military service must be inclusive, balanced and forward-looking.

According to him, a major highlight of the event will be a panel discussion featuring contributors and key stakeholders, aimed at generating practical recommendations on strengthening national service frameworks and youth participation.

He stated that the presentation would spark meaningful conversations on citizenship, shared responsibility and innovative pathways to national cohesion, as debates around structured national service gain traction.

(NAN)