'shared' as a synonym for 'said'

I'm seeing more and more of the word 'shared' in reporting speech, especially in meeting minutes and even publications. Is this correct?

For example: Mr X shared that training programmes will be conducted. Or: "We focus on helping people understand mental health issues," she shared.

Shared refers to the fact that information is being shared.

"How do you do?" shared the vicar.

would be odd, since he has shared nothing. So it is not a simple synonym for said. Similarly confided, revealed, disclosed, claimed and many others could be used - if that action is appropriate. e.g.

"I'd prefer mine a little warmer" confided/revealed/disclosed/claimed Gerald.

but not

"How do you do?" confided/revealed/disclosed/claimed the vicar.