Presidency pledges support as Nigeria hosts world public relations conference in Abuja

Nigeria's Presidency has affirmed its commitment to supporting the Global Alliance World Public Relations Forum, scheduled to take place in Abuja from November 15 to 21, 2026. The event, a collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), will focus on the theme 'Deepening Responsible Communications.'

Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, expressed enthusiasm for Nigeria hosting this significant global gathering, expecting around 3,000 delegates from 126 member countries. He highlighted the importance of Nigerians acting as good ambassadors and promoting a positive national image, lamenting the negative portrayals that misinform foreigners about the country's true narrative.

Onanuga sees the conference as a crucial opportunity to correct misconceptions and promote a more accurate reflection of Nigeria. "This is a great opportunity for us to correct those things of concern to people," he stated, emphasizing that the conference "should be supported."

The NIPR President, Dr. Ike Neliaku, noted that Nigeria is the first African nation to secure hosting rights for this forum, which has previously been hosted in Mexico, India, and Berlin. A unique feature will be 'The Abuja Declaration,' an accord delegates are expected to sign. Additionally, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema will be a keynote speaker, and President Bola Tinubu will receive a lifetime Award of Excellence in Reforms.

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You see, as a Nigerian, I always feel very odd when you read online the kind of things our people put out in the public space. They say negative things about this country. This is a great opportunity for us to correct those things of concern to people. For me, I’ve seen the conference as something that will be good for our country, and it should be supported