The Commandant of the Nigerian Army School of Public Relations and Information (NASPRI), Lieutenant Colonel Adamu Ngulde, has emphasized the importance of professionalism and technical skills in shaping the Nigerian Army (NA) narrative.
At the graduation ceremony of the Third Quarter Course 2024, comprising Warrant Officers Public Relations Management Course, A2 Video Operations Course, and X3 News Reporting Course at the school auditorium, the commandant charged the graduands on effective reportage.
The Commandant averred that the graduates have the necessary skills to manage public perception, handle the media effectively, and convey the essence of military operations and events.
Eliciting further, he noted that in a world where images and videos often speak louder than words, the knowledge acquired by the students is vital in shaping the narrative of the NA and communicate the Army’s mission and values to various stakeholders.
He expressed gratitude to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen TA Lagbaja, for his unflinching support to the Directorate of Army Public Relations and NASPRI in particular since he assumed Command.
Earlier, the Chief Instructor NASPRI, Capt Tonye Wenke, expressed satisfaction with the performance of students during the course describing it as commendable.
In attendance during the graduation was the representative of the Commander, Nigeria Army Cyber Warfare Command, Maj H Emmanuel, Lt Col UA Okeke of the Directorate of Army Physical Training, Deputy Director Army Public Relations, NA Farms, and Ranches, Maj MM Jafaru among others.
The graduands were presented with certificates as well as awards to the outstanding students.