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Minister Seeks Media, Stakeholder’s Cooperation On Effective Communication

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2 years ago

July 29, 2022

Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Hajiya Sadiya Umar Farouq, has called for collaboration with media and stakeholders to enhance effective communication and mandate delivery of the Ministry.
Farouq made the call recently at the Communication, Consultative Forum with the media, partners and stakeholders in Abuja.
According to her, this is with a view to strengthening the communications activities of the Ministry and all humanitarian actors in Nigeria.
She explained that such collaboration would go a long way to ultimately enhance sharing of knowledge, expertise and wider publicity on the enormous works that the ministry was doing and delivery on its mandate.
“Humanitarian crisis, disasters and social issues are complex in nature, so also, communicating these complexities to multiple players and the public requires the adoption of a coherent, cohesive and coordinated approach.
“This approach requires communication solutions that provide information, advisories and guidance across a broad range of issues to all groups, partners, stakeholders, people of concern and publics within the mandate of the ministry, the agencies under its supervision and other stakeholders.
“This is why the Ministry continues to work assiduously to ensure our communications activities goes beyond duty bound approaches to more intentional and intrinsic connections with all stakeholders, partners and the public.
“While carrying out our mandate, we are aware of the important role of effective communications in ensuring that the tremendous work being done is properly communicated to the public.
“This is why we have put in a lot of effort to ensure that all programmes, activities and interventions of the Ministry are well communicated across print, electronic and online media,” she said.
She said discussions and ideas from the Forum were expected to form the foundation of information and experience sharing that would lead to the development of a Communication Strategy to serve as a guide for effective communication for the Ministry and all actors in the Humanitarian space in Nigeria.
“The Communication Strategy to be developed is not intended to duplicate or replace any Partner/Stakeholders existing communication, media or advocacy activities or tamper with their brand identity.
“Rather it will identify strategic ways that joint communications can help each achieve their vision and the community achieve their collective vision and goals.
“Ultimately, it will ensure excellent communications fueled by good intra-organisational and inter-organisational communication and connection,” Farouq said.
Also speaking, the Special Assistant to the Minister on Strategic Communication, Mrs Halima Oyelade, gave an overview of the Forum, saying communication was very important because it influences people on the choices they make.
According to her, lack of communication will create a big gap in the activities of organisations, adding that without communication, the public may not be aware of the activities of government.
Meanwhile, the National Coordinator, National Social Investment Programme (NSIP), said the purpose of the programme was to lift 100 million Nigerians out of poverty.
According to him, NSIP is doing a lot and there is need to communication the remarkable achievements of the programme via effective communication.
Also, Maj.-Gen. Ibrahim Maun Yusuf, the Commandant, Nigerian Defence Academy, in his presentation ‘Counter Insurgency Operation; Strategic Communication versus the Rules of Engagement’ said there were Kinetic and non-kinetics approach to war against insurgency.
Yusuf said criticism against the military in war against insurgency demoralized the gallant troupes in battle field, adding that giving the insurgents and bandits more publicity was not helping the country.
He called for patriotism from the media and other stakeholders to boost the morale of the Nigerian military in the war against insurgency, kidnapping and banditry in the country.
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NUJ backs proposed strike by Lagos-owned media workers

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3 days ago

January 10, 2025

The Tide

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Lagos State Council has thrown its weight behind the proposed industrial action by the Lagos State-owned media organisations.

The proposed industrial action is set to begin on Monday, Jan. 13.

In a letter jointly signed by the Lagos State NUJ Chairman, Mr Adeleye Ajayi, and the Secretary, Mr Tunde Olalere, on Thursday, the union expressed its support for the strike.

The letter, dated Jan. 9, was addressed to the General Manager of Lagos Television, Agidingbi, Ikeja.

The NUJ, along with the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Worker’s Union (RATTAWU) of the Lagos State Broadcasting Corporations, including Lagos Television, Radio Lagos/EKO FM, and Lagos Traffic Radio, had announced the proposed strike.

They said this was in response to the non-payment of the minimum wage and integration into the Oracle database by the state government.

The union leadership stated that it was fully aware of the several discussions, congresses, and notices given to the state government regarding the need for state-owned media house workers to be integrated into the Oracle database.

“You will agree with the union that these were enough notices given to address the issues at stake,” the letter read in part.

The leaders recalled that an initial 10-day ultimatum was issued, followed by a 21-day ultimatum, and finally, a seven-day final ultimatum.

“It is imperative that our members working in the state-owned media organisations should also enjoy the new minimum wage like other workers of the state,” the NUJ stated.

The union further noted that the revenue generated by state-owned media organisations could no longer sustain the payment of workers’ salaries and benefits, highlighting the urgent need for the state government to intervene for their survival.

“The welfare of our dear members is paramount and this is why the union deems it fit to support and pledge solidarity with our members going on strike,” the union stated.

The union also acknowledged the commitment and dedication of protesting workers to their duties in propagating state government policies and activities, stating that such dedication should be rewarded by the state government.

“The union, therefore, advises that only an amicable resolution and approval of the demands of our members can stop the industrial action,” the union stated.

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New Rivers CP assures of non partisan …moves against human rights violation

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2 weeks ago

January 1, 2025

The Tide

The new Rivers state commissioner of police ,CP Olugbenga Adepoju has assured that his administration will remain apolitical in the discharge of his duties in the state.

Adepoju who officially assumed office last Friday as the 47th police commissioner of police stated this during his median press briefing held at state police command over the weekend in Port Harcourt.

He assured that under his watch as the police helmsman in the state his administration will ensure protection of human rights and warn that any police officer who violate the rights of people will be sanctioned in accordance with the police act and
urged Rivers people to hold the Police accountable, share view of people with police.

“We are committed to transparency.

My priority is to ensure safety, security and welfare of all residents in the state.
Being an economic hub of the country,the state faces challenges of crisis from political interest, economic sabotage illegal oil bunkering.

“I will ensure Rivers people sleep with their two eyes close. I have what it takes to keep the command safe.We do Intelligence gathering work with community and public engagement to proactively prevent crime.We have meetings and seminars with members of the public.”

“We will enforce discipline and ensure zero tolerance for corruption.I have my team.I will put them to work.There will be improvement on the part of my officers.

“We will Combat youth restiveness and cultism, oil theft, environmental crime. we will work with other agencies to ensure is reduce to the barest minimum.

“We will enhance response time and police visibility. We do all we can for our men to respond to distress call in time. We will deploy more men in metro. More visibility policing.

“We will address land grabbing issues.We will work with our legal team. If we have to partake in any execution order, we will look at it critically.

“We will enforce all vehicle regulations with human face. Especially tinted glasses. We may excuse those that have it from the factory. Either the vehicle will be impounded, the tinted glass removed or they are charged to court.

“Our men will not violate rights of citizens. If there is any violation of rights, it should be reported to the police for necessary actions. Our men will be more professional and polite to the people “he stated

CP Adepoju however urged residents of the state,the media and all necessary stakeholders to give the Police the relevant cooperation and support for effective policing of the society.

Akujobi amadi

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Police invites assaulted female victim, assures of protection

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2 weeks ago

January 1, 2025

The Tide

The Rivers State Police Command says it has acknowledged a social media report on alleged assault of a lady by police officers along Evo Road, Port Harcourt.

A statement signed by the police public Relations Officer (PPRO),SP Grace Iringe Koko in Port Harcourt, yesterday said the police acknowledged the report of such alleged assault and invite the lady involved to visit the command so as to enable the command to commence investigation with a view to apprehend the officers involved.

“We urge the lady involved to visit the Police Headquarters to enable a thorough investigation into the matter. This step will assist us in identifying the officers involved and ensuring that appropriate actions are taken.”

“The Command appeals to members of the public to cooperate with police officers during stop-and-search operations, as these measures are essential in combating crime and maintaining security.”

“We also encourage residents to report any misconduct by police officers through the following channels:
• PPRO: 0816 135 5218
• Control Room: 08032003514, 08098880134
• Complaint Response Unit (CRU): 07057605256, 08120822987, 07072323049, 07057605209”

“Your cooperation is vital in helping us maintain accountability and professionalism within the Rivers State Police Command.
Thank you.”

Akujobi Amadi