President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government reaffirmed its firm commitment to restoring peace and stability in Nigeria, at the heart of its new agenda of hope.
This is the central message conveyed by the Minister of Information and Ethnic Training, Mohammed IdrisIn the first quarter, a media stakeholder workshop was held at the defense headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday.
Idris highlighted the multifaceted strategy in the face of insecurity, pointing out the substantial government’s investment in defense equipment, the continued development of military personnel through training and training, and the intensification of intelligence efforts, as evidence that the Tinubu government is addressing the severity of the national security crisis.
“Insecurity and terrorism are not unique challenges in Nigeria – they are global threats, even the most advanced and experienced in the worldIdris said.
He further explained that Tinubu’s government focused on building a strong security framework with lasers: “Under the 8-point renewed hope agenda of this administration, there is no doubt that the basic goal is to ensure our country ensure our country by focusing clearly and strategically on investing in the right tools, systems and people. ”
The seminar, with the theme of “Media is a key component of the successful operation of the Joint Task Force Commander“emphasizes the critical role the media plays in not only reporting on safe developments, but also shaping public perceptions and morale in times of conflict.
Depend on Distance NdaceIdris, Director General of the Voice of Nigeria, praised the initiative for its timeliness and noted that it reflects theIn-depth understanding of the key role of the Defense Director in modern warfare, especially in an era where information can affect firepower and firepower. ”
He urged media professionals to be responsible partners in the fight against terrorism by promoting accurate narratives and denying the echo time of criminals.
“Let’s see if they are called Boko Haram, bandits, terrorists, kidnappers, unknown gunmen – they are all criminals, enemies of the Nigerian country, and must be treated like this,” Idris said.
He added that journalists must draw a clear line between public and national interests.
“The media is undoubtedly a valuable partner in our national security building… The media must strike a delicate balance between the public’s right to know and the need to protect national interests.. ”
In his speech, the Minister urged the media building to expand the heroism of security forces, celebrate the resilience of affected communities, and stressed the government’s progress in restoration of order rather than glorifying acts of terror.
Minister of Defense Mohammed Bangadarualso stressed the need for the military to embrace creative and transparent communication to build public confidence and fight back against fake news.
Minister of Defense Christopher MusaIn the case of deputy air marshal Sayo Olatunde, it was observed that in modern warfare, media influence exceeded traditional reports.
“Today, media is an integral part of the execution of tactics, operations and strategic plans,” he said.
Musa acknowledged the risks posed by fake news, adding that the speed of news releases, especially on social media, requires military commanders to maintain constant vigilance and professionalism during communication.
“It is crucial that media operations are professional, proactive and fully integrated into the operational plan… Commanders and media professionals must work together to ensure that the right information is communicated to the right audience at the right time,” he said. He came to the conclusion.
