Counselling for Effective Communication: A Tool for National Security

Abstract

Whatever security developments Nigeria is witnessing today, be it in the area of technology, religion, economics, politics, etc is essentially due to one major factor: Ineffective communication. Effective communication makes interaction possible among ethnic groups, governments, communities, families, etc. Through interactions, ideas and ideals are transferred from one system to another and are often used as bases for innovations and development and to foster peace. Effective communication ensures easy correspondence, it forms a link between the past, present and the future, it is an important tool for security. This paper explains what communication is and communication models that can enhance peace and security; functions of effective communication, national security, counselling implications of effective communication for national security.