Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lt. Colonel Appolonia Anele, has declared commitment to transforming the Directorate into a hub of excellence by equipping personnel with cutting-edge media skills and strategic communication tools.
Speaking at the graduation ceremony of the Strategic Communication Officers Course 2/2025 at the Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment in Abuja, Anele emphasized that her leadership will focus on innovation, professionalism, and continuous capacity development to meet the evolving demands of modern military communication.
She also reaffirmed commitment to equipping personnel of the Directorate of Army Public Relations (DAPR) with modern skills and knowledge necessary to deliver high-quality media content in line with global standards.
The Army spokesperson emphasized that her leadership will be anchored on innovation, professionalism, competence, excellence, and sustainability.
She noted that continuous capacity building will be central to her administration’s mission, aimed at enhancing the credibility and effectiveness of the Army’s media engagements.
“We must ensure that our personnel are constantly evolving and adapting to the dynamic media landscape.
“The knowledge and skills acquired during this course have empowered the participants to become better communicators and media strategists,” she said.
Anele urged the graduating officers to uphold the core values of the Nigerian Army and apply the knowledge imparted during the course in their various units.
She expressed appreciation to OO Oluyede, Chief of Army Staff, for his visionary guidance, which she said has elevated the Directorate’s professional standards.
She also acknowledged the support of the Chief of Training, Major General AS Ndalolo, whose office facilitated the resources for the training.
Additionally, Anele extended gratitude to the resource persons from the University of Northern Iowa, University of Abuja, National Open University, and Philomath University, Abuja, who exposed the participants to cutting-edge developments and global best practices in strategic communication.
Earlier in the event, Adamu Ngulde, Acting Commandant of the Nigerian Army School of Public Relations and Information (NASPRI), highlighted the significance of the Strategic Communication Course.
He explained that the course was designed to sharpen the capabilities of Army public relations officers in influence operations, narrative management, and aligning military messaging with national security objectives.
“In today’s world, where narratives can shape the battlespace as much as bullets, the role of strategic communicators is more crucial than ever. You are the bridge between the military and the public, your words, your messaging, and your integrity influence perception and bolster the Army’s credibility at home and abroad,” Ngulde stated.
T. Wenke Acting Chief Instructor of the school, in his course appraisal, lauded the participants for their discipline, focus, and enthusiasm throughout the training.
He revealed that the course covered both theoretical and practical modules, with assessments across a wide range of communication subjects.
The training also included physical fitness exercises and team-building activities to enhance overall performance.
The event featured the presentation of certificates to all participants and special awards to outstanding performers.