March 26, (THEWILL) – The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has tasked media practitioners with responsible journalism to ensure sustained peace and security in the country.
Gen. Oluyede gave the charge during the Nigerian Army Civil-Military Cooperation Media Chat for the First Quarter of 2025, held at the Custodian Hotel in Gombe, Gombe State.
Represented at the occasion by Maj. Gen. Obinna Ajunwa, Corps Commander Armour, Oluyede highlighted the importance of collaboration between the media and the army in achieving national security objectives and maintaining peace and harmony.
He urged media practitioners to uphold responsibility, accuracy, and fairness in reporting on military operations, balancing national security interests with the public’s right to information.
Oluyede also encouraged the media to verify information before dissemination to prevent the spread of misinformation or inflammatory content that could undermine national unity and security.
On his part, the chief of Civil-Military Affairs, Maj. Gen. GU Chibuisi, explained that the Nigerian Army’s quarterly media chat is designed to build capacity, deepen mutual understanding of civil-military cooperation, and enhance relationships between the army and the media.
“The Nigerian Army’s collaboration with the media is crucial for national security, as it helps to improve understanding, strengthen partnerships, and foster synergy between the army and the media”, he said.
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