The Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, CP Bode Ojajuni has charged newshounds within the state to desist from pretend information and sensational reporting, caution that such practices threaten peace and safety.
Ojajuni gave the rate on Tuesday when the newly elected govt individuals of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Reporters, NUJ, Ogun State Council, visited him on the Police Command Headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta.
The CP, who known as for a go back to the fundamentals of journalism, stated accuracy, objectivity and developmental reporting stay vital within the face of emerging incorrect information on virtual platforms.
He stated unverified studies may undermine safety operations and inflame rigidity around the state.
Ojajuni, who described newshounds as very important companions in crime preventing, confident the chapel of the command’s readiness to maintain synergy with the media to offer protection to lives and assets.
Previous, Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel, Comrade Yetunde Fatungase counseled the police for its efforts in curtailing crime and confident of accountable reporting.
“We’re right here to make stronger the prevailing courting between the media and the police, recognising that each establishments play vital roles in selling peace, safety and nationwide building.
“Whilst the police paintings tirelessly to offer protection to lives and assets, the media stays dedicated to informing the general public appropriately, responsibly and professionally,” Fatungase stated.