The Nigerian Army says the responsible use of social media platforms is a major contributor to national security and urges youths to be patriotic in handling the various media platforms.
The Chief of Civil-Military Affairs of the Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Gold Chibuisi, said this at the 44th edition of a social media seminar organised by the Army, in Owerri, on Thursday.
The seminar was themed: “Promoting a Culture of Security Awareness Through the Responsible Use of Social Media “.
He thanked the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, for his visionary leadership and the provision of necessary resources for the conduct of the seminar.
The Nigerian Army remains committed to protecting Nigeria’s territorial integrity, and therefore urge us all to create a peaceful and secure nation where progress and prosperity can,” he said.
In his remarks, the Special Guest of Honour and Armoured Corps Commander of the Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Obinna Ajunwa, urged social media users to strive to be “ambassadors of unity and great online citizens with a passion for patriotism”.
He described Nigeria’s security as a “shared duty that requires active participation of all citizens now more than ever”.
Also, the General Officer Commanding 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Olufemi Olatoye, advised Nigerians to actively get involved in the quest for lasting security.
A resource person, Prof. ‘Ehiz Odigie-Okpataku, advised young people to “know the law, use the law and not be ignorant of the law” as they used social media.
Truthng reports that the event was attended by representatives of security agencies in Imo, traditional and religious leaders as well as media influencers.
