- The CDS describes the radio service as a household name, delivering education, entertainment, news, and vital information.
- CDS says Armed Forces Radio has provided a credible platform for voices, promoting cultural heritage and clarity on military activities.
The chief of defence staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, says the Armed Forces Radio has denied terrorists the “oxygen of disinformation and misinformation” in the fight against terrorism.
Musa spoke in Abuja during the 10th anniversary of the Armed Forces Radio, noting that the station fosters dialogue by addressing social issues, promoting understanding and building empathy.
He described the station as a critical instrument of the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s non-kinetic operations.
The CDS explained that the Armed Forces of Nigeria Radio Service was established on May 22, 2015, under the leadership of the late Air Marshal Alex Badeh, former chief of defence staff.
He said the military had in the past decade witnessed the power of radio to transform lives, shape public opinion and inspire listeners.
“From a humble beginning to becoming a household name, this station has remained committed to delivering high-quality content, entertainment, education and information to our esteemed listeners,” he said.
“We have covered local and international news, promoted cultural heritage, given a platform for voices to be heard and, most importantly, provided clarity on the activities of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
“In doing this, the station has satisfactorily denied oxygen to agents of disinformation and misinformation.”
The CDS said the Armed Forces Radio had, in the last 10 years, worked hard to secure a sizeable audience in the competitive broadcast environment of the federal capital territory (FCT).
“Feedback received from our devoted listeners has consistently pointed to this direction,” he said.
“The Armed Forces of Nigeria Radio has also helped to positively influence local culture through music, indigenous narratives and community engagements.
“Similarly, the station fosters community dialogue by addressing social issues, promoting understanding and building empathy.”
The defence chief assured that the Armed Forces Radio 107.7FM would continue to innovate, expand its reach and deepen its impact.
“Our commitment to quality broadcasting, community engagement and listener satisfaction remains unwavering.
“We will continue to inspire our troops to think of the nation first, just as our listeners will be encouraged to provide information on relevant developments within their localities through appropriate channels,” he said.
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