In an era where information moves at the speed of light, the relationship between those who fight to protect Nigeria’s borders and those tasked with telling their stories has never been more critical. Recognising this, the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), and the Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN) recently came together in Abuja to solidify a partnership aimed at bridging the gap between security institutions and the public. During visits to the Special Adviser on Strategic Communication, Dr. Chido Onumah, and the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the leadership of…

The digital landscape has become an increasingly volatile environment, characterized by the rapid and often unchecked proliferation of disinformation. At the 4th Shusha Global Media Forum, Karen Sutherland, the Director of DHARANA Digital, highlighted a critical vulnerability: the lack of robust oversight on digital platforms. This vacuum allows misinformation to spread with alarming speed, often outstripping our ability to verify facts. As we navigate an era where clicks are frequently valued over accuracy, the consequences of this information chaos have begun to spill over into the real world, affecting everything from public opinion to social stability. To combat this, Sutherland…