Credible information ‘ll reduce apathy among Nigerians – Minister of Information

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has said credible information dissemination devoid of propaganda will reduce apathy and engender trust among the Nigerians.

The ministry Deputy Director of Press, Suleiman Haruna in a statement said the minister stated this at the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations 2023 Conference/Annual General Meeting at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja where he reopened constructive conversation between the government and the people.

Alhaji Idris further reiterated the resolve of the government to restore the confidence of the citizenry by directly impacting their lives through tangible and credible policies and programmes.

He said: “It is this vision that will guide the implementation of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.”

Alhaji Idris highlighted the role of NIPR in shaping public appreciation of the fundamental move by the government to reform society and charged the Institute to recommit to the greater good.

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“In this age of information saturation, where every click and scroll adds to the noise, the role of public relations has never been more vital. We are the storytellers, bridge-builders, and custodians of reputation. In an era where trust can be shattered with a single misleading tweet, our integrity must remain unshakable,” the minister added. 

Speaking, the President and Chairman of the Council, NIPR, Mukhtar Zubairu Sirajo welcomed the appointment of key members into positions of government, including that of the Minister of Information. 

He said this was an indication that the government recognizes the important role that members play in national development.

He noted that these were difficult times that required difficult decisions, drawing examples from the effects of the removal of subsidy on petroleum products, which, as he said, was well-intentioned but has taken a heavy toll on the livelihood of the average Nigerian. 

“The Institute was ready to provide all necessary support through available channels,” he said.