The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has unveiled a new Information Specialty Badge for personnel of the Directorate of Public Relations and Information (DOPRI), in recognition of the critical role of strategic communication professionals in shaping the Force’s narrative and strengthening public trust.

The newly introduced badge honours the contributions of writers, photographers, videographers, graphic artists, printers and broadcast anchors who work behind the scenes to ensure that the activities and operations of the Nigerian Air Force are communicated with clarity, accuracy and impact.

According to the NAF, the badge, which features the microphone and pen, symbolises DOPRI’s dual responsibility of amplifying the Air Force’s voice and documenting its activities with integrity and professionalism. It also reflects the evolving role of information professionals as key operators in the non-kinetic domain of national security.

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The unveiling underscores the Air Force’s recognition of strategic communication as a vital component of modern military operations, particularly in countering misinformation and enhancing civil-military relations.

Guided by its motto, “Informing with Integrity, Inspiring through Excellence,” the Directorate of Public Relations and Information reaffirmed its commitment to collaboration, effective information management and the advancement of strategic communication in support of national security and national development.

The NAF noted that the introduction of the specialty badge further reinforces professionalism within the Directorate while highlighting the importance of credible and timely information in sustaining public confidence in the Armed Forces.