The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), says fake news is affecting morale of troops at the Frontline.
Edward Gabkwet, spokesman of the NAF who spoke on Friday during the Urgent Conversations programme of Radio Now FM, called on Nigerians “to avoid spreading fake news that could dampen the morale of our troops”
According to Gabwet: “I assure Nigerians that it’s just a matter of time before everything will go back to normal,”
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“What we are looking and begging for is that Nigerians, aside from patience which they have exhibited over time, must please understand that this war that we are fighting can only be achieved if we all join hands together.
“In terms of providing that information and support for the arm forces. And when I say support, I’m talking about avoiding spreading rumours, fake news that could dampen the morale of our troops out there.
“Have you seen how other countries treat their armed forces? Armed forces that are far less in combatants or sophistication than the Nigerian armed forces.
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“Let’s get a little of that. Let’s get that support that the other countries give to their armed forces. And I assure you when we put our hands together in all of these places. It will only be a matter of time.”
