Buratai: Timely Military Information Is Essential to Winning War Against Insurgency
Linus Aleke in Abuja A former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai (rtd), has said that the timely dissemination of information by the military is essential
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai, emphasizes the importance of the military's timely information dissemination in winning the war against insurgency and countering violent extremist propaganda. At a meeting with a delegation from the Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN), Buratai stated that failure to project military operations and provide timely information could undermine the military's strategy and effectiveness.
He recalled that during his tenure, the Nigerian Army deliberately strengthened its relationship with the media by allowing defense correspondents to join troops in operational areas, aiming to counter Boko Haram's propaganda efforts. Buratai detailed an incident where journalists accompanied a military convoy, which was ambushed, leading to the timely reporting of the event and the subsequent discrediting of the insurgents' propaganda.
He stressed the critical role of defense journalism in informing the public about the challenges, achievements, and prospects of the defense sector. Buratai further encouraged the media and military to maintain their relationship for national development and security. The DECAN President, Odita Sunday, noted Buratai's expertise in military leadership, national defence, and security matters, commending him for his valuable insights during the upcoming 2026 Annual Lecture and Awards Ceremony.
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