By Sumaila Ogbaje
National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, says spokespersons in the defence, security and response agencies must change their approach in engaging with the public and countering disinformation from enemies of the country.
Ribadu, at a meeting with the spokespersons under the umbrella of Strategic Communication Interagency Policy Committee on Monday in Abuja, said they must be proactive and strategic in national security communication management.
The NSA said they must also adopt a plan of action to engage Nigerians, build trust and counter violent extremism.
He also charged them to synergise and coordinate efforts in denying media space to criminal elements like Boko Haram, IPOB and other subversives bent on denying citizens freedoms to life, dignity and security.
According to him, the spokesmen must also address the worrying use of the media and social media platforms to create a divide between citizens and governments at various levels.
Other threats he…
Source: News Agency of Nigeria
