NIPR and NSCDC Warn Against Misinformation in Nigeria
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) expressed concerns regarding the impact of misinformation and irresponsible social media usage on insecurity in Nigeria. This warning was issued during a nationwide roadshow in Abuja on a Saturday, organized by the NIPR ahead of the 2026 World Public Relations Forum scheduled for November in the Federal Capital Territory.
The campaign aims to encourage Nigerians to verify information before sharing, particularly as social media has become a primary channel for rapid information dissemination. Dr Olusola Odumosu, the FCT Commandant of the NSCDC, highlighted the dangers of sharing unverified content, which can incite fear and confusion.
He specifically noted the issue of old images being misrepresented as current events, which can mislead the public. Odumosu emphasized the need for responsible communication to avoid escalating tensions related to security incidents, ethnic or religious conflicts, and other crises.
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