The Nigerian Army has cautioned the general public against relying on unverified sources for information about its operations, following doctored images and misleading posts continue to flood digital platforms.
In a statement released on Friday, Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, emphasised that only the Army’s official social media channels should be regarded as authentic sources for updates and announcements.
According to Anele, the proliferation of misinformation poses serious risks to national security and public trust, especially when false narratives about military activities are circulated online without verification.
She said such acts can fuel panic, distort facts, and undermine the morale of troops deployed across the country.
“The Nigerian Army urges the media and the public to confirm any report concerning its operations through our verified social media handles. This will ensure the dissemination of accurate, credible, and timely information,” the statement read.
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The official social media platforms of the Nigerian Army include: X (Twitter): @NigeriaArmyInfo and @HQNigerianArmy; Instagram: @NigerianArmyInfo and @HQNigerianArmy; Facebook: NigerianArmyInfo and HQNigerianArmy ,and YouTube: NigerianArmyInfoTV
It appealed to journalists and citizens to follow and amplify content from these verified channels as a collective effort to combat fake news and strengthen public understanding of the Army’s true engagements and contributions.
The statement added that the Nigerian Army remains committed to transparency and open communication with the media, noting that responsible reporting and digital literacy are vital in countering the influence of disinformation campaigns targeted at national institutions.
