Tag: public communication
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UK Government Influencer Spending: A Closer Look at the 2024-2025 Campaigns
Overview: A Trend in Government Communications In recent years, government communication strategies have increasingly leaned on social media to reach diverse audiences. New data suggests that the UK government has spent more than £1 million on influencer partnerships since 2024. The initiative covers campaigns on a range of issues, from environmental policy to welfare reforms,…
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Spokespersons Urged to Highlight Institutions, Not Individual Leaders
Overview: Shifting the Emphasis from Leaders to Institutions In a recent address that has sparked nationwide discussions on public communications, Tanzania’s government spokespersons were urged to recalibrate their messaging. Chief Secretary Dr. Moses Kusiluka emphasized that the spotlight should fall on the work and effectiveness of government institutions rather than on individual leaders. This shift…
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Ivan Yates Defends Media Training Amid Scrutiny
Overview Veteran pundit and former politician Ivan Yates is set to appear before a joint session of TDs and Senators to address questions about his media training activities. He has been described as being “flabbergasted” by the level of attention these activities have attracted. In his prepared remarks, Yates intends to defend his work and…
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Soludo Denounces Obiano Death Rumors, Affirms Former Governor Is Alive and Well
Soludo Denounces Rumors About Obiano’s Health and Status The Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has strongly dismissed circulating reports that former governor Willie Obiano had died. In a public clarification, Soludo described the claims as malicious, utterly false, and an example of irresponsible social media behavior that risks spreading fear and misinformation…
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Estonian Commander Urges Calm, Constructive War Coverage to Strengthen Security Dialogue
Introduction: A call for constructiveness in Estonia’s security discourse Estonia’s defence leadership has urged the public and media to shift away from hysterical war coverage toward a more constructive, informative debate about national security. Lieutenant General Andrus Merilo, commander of the Estonian Defence Forces, argues that persistent alarmism does a disservice to understanding risks, deterrence…