NIPR A National Asset — Speaker


The Speaker of House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen has lauded the roles of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) in shaping the nation's reputation, advising government and deepening strategic communication.

He stated this on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 in Kaduna at an Ethnic Night, a component of the Nigeria Public Relations Week (NPRW) which took place in the state from April 19—25.

Represented by the Chairman House Committee on House Services, Hon. Amos Daniel, the Speaker said the role of NIPR is central to national development as reputation breeds trust and attracts investment that drives the economy. 

"We recognize the NIPR as a national asset, and we welcome your continued engagement as we review the legal frameworks that ensure your profession is practiced with integrity and excellence", the Speaker, a Fellow of NIPR stated. 

While commending the theme of the Nigeria Public Relations Week (NPRW) 2026, "Food Security: From Policy Paper to Public Plates: The Imperative of Public Relations", the Speaker said it aligns with the commitment of the 10th National Assembly to transform agriculture from a subsistence struggle into a robust framework that provides both food security and prosperity for citizens. 

The Speaker lauded the inclusion of "Taste of Kaduna" in the Ethnic Night, describing it as remarkable. "Your effort to immerse yourselves in the culture of your host state during your annual week is remarkable. Culture is the most underutilized tool in national image-building", he stated. 

He expressed delight with the quality of leadership the NIPR has brought to bear, positioning itself as a contributor in the discourse for nation-building. 

"I wish to commend the current leadership of the NIPR for the "renaissance" we are witnessing within the Institute. You have broken boundaries, evolving into a strategic force capable of managing information in a nation as beautifully diverse as ours".

Earlier in his remarks, the President of NIPR, Dr. Ike Neliaku said the NPRW which has been running for the past three years is part of the Institute's contributions in playing advisory role to the government. 

"As an Institute, we feel that we should begin to get involved in affairs of nation-building. In 2024 when we had the first one, our focus was on economy. Last year our focus was on solid minerals and that was why we went to Akwa Ibom because they have 40 mineral deposits across the local government area. This year, our focus is on food security", he stressed.

He thanked the Speaker for always identifying with the NIPR with the Institute, urging for legislative intervention to strengthen the public relations profession in the country.