NDC reacts as Tinubu’s campaign spokesman fails to demonstrate 112 emergency line on live TV
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has criticised the Federal Government following the failure of Nigeria’s 112 emergency number to connect during a live television demonstration by President Bola Tinubu’s campaign spokesperson, Alwan Hassan. Hassan had appeared on Channels Television’s "Politics Today" program, where he challenged the program’s anchor, Seun Okinbaloye, to dial 112 to…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council has restructured its Directorate of Media and Strategic Communications to exert greater control over official messaging. According to a statement released on Wednesday, only three individuals are now authorized to speak on behalf of the council: the Director-General, Senator Abdulaziz Yari; the Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake; and the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris.
Chief of Staff to the President and Deputy Director-General of the Council, Femi Gbajabiamila, explained that this change aims to promote a more cohesive, disciplined, and effective public engagement strategy. The statement emphasized that all previously named spokespersons will now be incorporated into the Directorate of Media and Strategic Communications as regular members.
In light of these changes, the campaign council has also instructed media organizations to adjust their reporting accordingly. Radio and TV stations are urged to take note of these modifications and act accordingly, with the campaign delegating appropriate individuals for appearances as needed.
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