President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Dr Ike Neliaku, on his re-election to the Board of the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management for a second two-year term.
The congratulatory message was conveyed in a statement issued on Sunday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who described the development as another significant recognition of Nigerian professionalism on the global stage.
According to the statement, Neliaku secured the renewed mandate during the Board’s Annual General Meeting held in Prague, Czech Republic, after a highly competitive election involving representatives from several member nations across the world.
President Tinubu described the victory as a clear endorsement of Neliaku’s competence, integrity and outstanding leadership within the public relations profession.
The President noted that the re-election reflected the confidence the international communication community has in the Nigerian public relations expert and his capacity to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of ethical communication practices worldwide.
Tinubu further stated that Neliaku’s achievement had once again projected Nigeria positively before the international community, especially in the strategic field of communication management and reputation building.
The President commended the NIPR president for what he called his consistent dedication to professional excellence, innovation and institutional development, saying his leadership had continued to strengthen the image of the Nigerian public relations industry both locally and internationally.
He added that Nigeria was proud to see one of its professionals occupy a strategic position in a respected global institution at a time when effective communication and responsible information management remain critical to governance, diplomacy and national development.
The statement also highlighted Tinubu’s belief that professionals like Neliaku serve as worthy ambassadors of Nigeria through their contributions to global conversations and policy frameworks within their respective sectors.
Observers within the communication industry described the re-election as a major milestone for Nigeria’s public relations profession, noting that it would further deepen the country’s visibility in international communication circles.
Industry stakeholders said Neliaku’s return to the board would create fresh opportunities for collaboration, professional exchanges and capacity development for communication practitioners in Nigeria and across Africa.
Several members of the NIPR also celebrated the development, describing it as a reward for years of dedication to the profession and service to the institute.
A senior member of the institute said the victory did not come by accident, adding that Neliaku had earned respect within the global public relations community through his advocacy for ethical standards, strategic communication and professional reforms.
“The re-election is not just a personal victory for Dr Neliaku; it is a win for Nigeria and the African communication industry. It shows that our professionals can compete and excel globally,” the member stated.
The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management is regarded as one of the leading international platforms for communication professionals, bringing together public relations and communication management associations from different countries.
The organisation focuses on promoting professional standards, ethical communication practices, research, education and global cooperation among practitioners in the industry.
Neliaku’s re-election is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s participation in shaping international communication policies and best practices at a time when digital media, misinformation and public trust have become major global concerns.
Political analysts also viewed Tinubu’s congratulatory message as part of efforts by the administration to celebrate Nigerian professionals making impact beyond the country’s borders.
The President expressed confidence that Neliaku would continue to represent Nigeria diligently and contribute significantly to the growth of the global public relations profession during his new tenure on the board.
He wished the NIPR president continued success and wisdom in the discharge of his international responsibilities, while urging other Nigerian professionals to remain committed to excellence and integrity in their respective fields.
