DHQ Urges Media Collaboration to Combat Hostile Propaganda

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja expressed significant concern regarding the increasing hostile propaganda against the Nigerian military. Major General Michael Onoja, the Director of Defence Media Operations, called for deeper collaboration with media to counter false narratives that threaten national security.

During a visit from the newly elected executive committee of the Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria, Onoja noted that social media has become a major platform for spreading misinformation driven by economic interests rather than national security. He urged journalists to support national security and ensure balanced reporting to avoid exacerbating existing tensions in the country.

Onoja reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigerian Armed Forces to provide accurate information to the public and encouraged journalists to seek clarification when necessary. He also explained that operational security sometimes restricts immediate information release, emphasizing the critical role of media in shaping public perception and maintaining public confidence in military operations.