Avoid boosting visibility of negative elements, COAS warns media

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, emphasized the importance of responsible media coverage during the Nigerian Army Civil-Military Cooperation Media Chat in Asaba, Delta.

Represented by Maj.-Gen. Jamal Abdusalam, Lagbaja expressed concerns over recent violent incidents in Delta State and stressed the significance of collaboration between the military and the media for national security.

Lagbaja highlighted the critical role of the media in providing accurate information, shaping public opinion, and ensuring transparency in a rapidly evolving security landscape.

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He acknowledged the challenges faced by the Nigerian Army in maintaining national security and emphasized the need for effective communication and cooperation with the media to address these challenges.

Lagbaja underscored the constitutional duty of the military to protect Nigeria’s territorial integrity and defend against external threats, emphasizing the role of the media in informing citizens and strengthening national security.