ICTV24 has reaffirmed its commitment to strategic military–media collaboration, peacebuilding and responsible information management across the North East.
This commitment was underscored during a high-level courtesy visit to the Theatre Commander of Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Major General I. A. Ajose, at Headquarters, Maimalari Cantonment, Maiduguri.
The media delegation was led by the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of ICTV24, Ambassador Babagana Bukar Wakil Ngala, and included executive members of the media group as well as senior journalists from key news organizations.
The meeting focused principally on deepening institutional cooperation, countering extremist propaganda and advancing conflict resolution across the region.
During the dialogue, Ambassador Ngala outlined the founding vision of ICTV24, noting that the media outfit was established in 2015 to directly counter Boko Haram propaganda, champion community peace initiatives and support security solutions across the North East, the Lake Chad Basin and the wider Sahel.
Major General Ajose welcomed the delegation and expressed the command’s readiness to build a stronger partnership with ICTV24. He observed that counter-insurgency operations extend far beyond battlefield action, emphasizing that local communities, government institutions and the press all play essential roles in securing lasting peace.
The Theatre Commander also highlighted notable operational results under Operation HADIN KAI, citing the prevention of high-threat insurgent raids, the neutralization of hostile elements and the ongoing wave of voluntary combatant surrenders across the operational zone.
A central feature of the visit was the presentation of a commemorative plaque by Ambassador Ngala to Major General Ajose in recognition of his strategic leadership, counter-terrorism accomplishments and devotion to national defence.
In a reciprocal gesture of goodwill, the Theatre Commander presented official tokens of appreciation to Ambassador Ngala. The exchange reflected the mutual respect and strong collaborative relationship established between the military leadership and the media team.
While accepting the honour, Major General Ajose urged media organizations to uphold strict standards of professional integrity. He emphasized the critical importance of rigorous fact-checking and thorough news verification, warning that unverified reporting can jeopardize ongoing military operations and undermine peacebuilding progress.
Both parties committed to maintaining continuous dialogue, promoting transparent and data-driven communication, practicing ethical journalism and expanding military–media cooperation to guarantee long-term peace and security throughout the region and beyond.
