NTAC Partners DICAN, Seek Stronger Media Collaboration on Foreign Policy
The Director General, Technical Aid Corps (TAC), Rt. Hon. Yusuf Buba Yakub, has reaffirmed the Corps’ dedication to strengthening Nigeria’s reputation on the international stage.
The Director-General stated this during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DICAN), led by its Chairman, Comrade Frederick Idehai, on Monday in Abuja
Buba highlighted the role of TAC in promoting Nigeria’s influence abroad by deploying technical expertise to 35 African, Caribbean, and Pacific countries, and noted that the Corps has contributed to the professional growth of individuals who have gone on to hold key government positions, including cabinet ministers, while also impacting millions of lives.
Additionally, he assured DICAN of TAC’s readiness to collaborate in advancing the 4Ds foreign policy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. This policy anchored on Democracy, Development, Demography, and Diaspora was introduced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs under Minister Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar., which aims to position Nigeria strategically within the global community.
He further emphasised TAC’s commitment to working closely with DICAN, ensuring that the association is actively involved in the Corps’ activities through mutual collaboration and support.
Earlier in his remarks, DICAN Chairman, Comrade Idehai, expressed the association’s interest in partnering with TAC to promote its initiatives in alignment with the 4Ds doctrine. He underscored the strategic role of diplomatic correspondents in fostering national development and stability.
Comrade Idehai also highlighted DICAN’s mandate as a professional body of journalists and editors from print, electronic, online, and wire services, who cover diplomatic affairs, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, embassies, and international organizations.
He explained that the association was duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) making it a credible partner for engagement.