- …says honour reflects Nigeria’s rising influence in strategic communication
- …commends Information Minister, NIPR leadership for historic feat
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) on its emergence as the Year 2025 Global Public Relations Association at the prestigious World Public Relations and Communication Award held in Lisbon, Portugal.
The President described the global recognition as a landmark achievement for Nigeria and a testament to the country’s growing stature in public relations and strategic communications.
In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu commended the President and Chairman of the Governing Council of NIPR, Ike Neliaku, and the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, for their exemplary leadership and commitment, which culminated in the institute’s historic global honour.
The Institute was adjudged the best in the world following a highly competitive process that attracted 89 entries from 19 countries on February 19, 2026.
President Tinubu extolled Dr. Neliaku, Alhaji Idris, and their team, as well as public relations practitioners across the country, for their vision, professionalism, and dedication that propelled NIPR to victory.
He described the achievement as a resounding endorsement of Nigeria’s growing influence and professionalism within the global public relations and strategic communications ecosystem.
According to the President, the award reflects the transformative reforms and international engagements championed by NIPR, alongside the enabling policy direction and institutional support provided by the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation under the Minister’s leadership.
He noted that the recognition underscores Nigeria’s capacity to set benchmarks in ethical communication, public trust-building, and national reputation management.
Expressing confidence in the Institute’s future, President Tinubu said he expects NIPR to continue advancing excellence, innovation, and integrity in public relations practice.
The President also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting institutions that elevate Nigeria’s image internationally and contribute meaningfully to national development through effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
