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Operation LAFIYA DOLE: Nigerian Army seeks volunteer war reporters

byTayo Aderinola
05/04/2020
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The Nigerian Army has asked for applications from interested qualified applicants who must be Nigerian journalists with at least five (5) years field experience who will join Operation LAFIYA DOLE in Maiduguri.

“Successful applicants will be embedded accordingly. They should be ready to accompany/cover troops on risky expeditions. As much as necessary their safety will be assured.

“Interested qualified journalists should forward their applications and CVs to the Ag Director Army Public Relations, Army Headquarters, Garki Abuja or preferably to what’s app number 08065065833.

“Please be informed that receipt of applications is extended to now close latest by 1600 hrs (4pm) on Sunday 5 April 2020.

“Successful Candidates will Commence Work on Monday 6 April 2020 for an initial period of one year.

“There will be reasonable remuneration. Further details and special briefings to follow later.

“Interested candidates should forward applications and CV via my what’s-app number 08065065833”, the statement said.

The Directorate of Army Public Relations (DAPR) was established in 1962 to keep the Nigerian contingent in the United Nations Peace Keeping Force in Congo abreast with happenings back home. It was also to inform Nigerians at home on the performance of the Nigerian contingent in the operation area. DAPR has developed and expanded in terms of manpower, roles and responsibilities. It is charged with the short and long term building and management of good corporate image for the NA and sustenance of cordial relationship between the NA and the public.

THE ROLE OF ARMY PUBLIC RELATIONS

DAPR has the role of advising commanders on the proactive ways of shaping policies and operations to gain public acceptance and support. As the mouthpiece of the NA, DAPR interprets and explains NA roles, policies, activities and accomplishments to the public. During war, conflicts, exercises or operations DAPR conducts information management to keep the public abreast and also undertake activities to motivate troops for attainment of overall NA’s mission. Avenues used by DAPR to achieve its tasks include publications, production of documentaries, media relations, radio and television broadcasts. DAPR is headed by the Director of Army Public Relations.
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