The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has emphasised the crucial role of the media in national security, noting that their pens are mightier than the gun.
He stated this during the Nigerian Army Civil-Military Cooperation Media Chat for the First Quarter of 2025 in Gombe State.
Represented at the occasion by the Corps Commander Armour, Major General Obinna Ajunwa, he highlighted the importance of collaboration between the media and the army in achieving national security objectives and maintaining peace and harmony.
The army chief 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.
He 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.