The Force Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, has called for closer collaboration between the media and the police in order to strengthen national security and rebuild public trust.
Hundeyin made the call during a visit to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, where he stressed that his job as police spokesman would be impossible without the partnership of the press.
“I cannot succeed in this role without the collaboration of the media,” he said. Hundeyin appealed for balanced reportage, warning that negative narratives could erode public confidence in the police and hamper the flow of vital intelligence.
“Policing relies heavily on information,” he noted. “When the public loses trust in us, those vital sources of information dry up, and that puts everyone at risk.” He assured that the police would continue to do everything possible to protect lives and property, adding that insecurity in any part of the country could impact the entire nation.
On her part, NUJ FCT Chairman, Comrade Grace Ike, welcomed Hundeyin’s visit, describing it as a demonstration of the police commitment to open dialogue. She pledged the readiness of the NUJ FCT Council to work with the police in promoting accurate and responsible reporting, while also insisting on the protection of press freedom.
“We truly value this effort by the police to connect with the media directly,” she said. “Our relationship must be built on trust and cooperation. Together, we can stop the spread of misinformation and promote reporting that helps society move forward.”
Hundeyin was received by the NUJ FCT leadership, including Secretary Comrade Jide Oyekunle, Assistant Secretary Ms Sharon Emephia, Auditor Rosemary Ukoko-Tega, Financial Secretary Henry Daniel Abimiku, and Ex-Officio 1, Ebriku John Friday.
