By Bavoriat Clara
The Nigerian Army has advised journalists, media practitioners, and the general public to rely only on its verified social media platforms for accurate and credible information about its operations and activities.
This call comes amid the growing spread of deepfakes, disinformation, and malinformation across digital platforms, where unverified and misleading content can easily circulate and distort public perception.
In a statement issued by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Nigerian Army emphasized the importance of sourcing information directly from official channels to avoid being misled by false narratives.
For up-to-date and reliable news, the public is encouraged to follow the official social media handles of the Directorate of Army Public Relations as listed below:
- X (Twitter): @NigeriaArmyInfo and @HQNigerianArmy
- Instagram: @NigerianArmyInfo and @HQNigerianArmy
- Facebook: NigerianArmyInfo and HQNigerianArmy
- YouTube: NigerianArmyInfo TV
Lieutenant Colonel Anele reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to transparency and open communication with the public, urging everyone to follow and share these verified accounts to promote the dissemination of authentic and timely information.
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