Nigeria to Host World Public Relations Forum in 2026

The Nigerian Presidency, represented by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga, has committed to supporting the Global Alliance World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) set to take place from November 15 to 21, 2026, in Abuja. This event is organized in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).

Onanuga made this announcement during a meeting with the Planning Committee of WPRF, led by NIPR President Dr. Ike Neliaku. The forum, themed ‘Deepening Responsible Communications,’ is expected to attract approximately 3,000 delegates from 126 member countries.

Onanuga expressed the importance of promoting Nigeria's image and addressing negative portrayals of the country. Notably, the event will feature Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema as a keynote speaker, and President Bola Tinubu will receive a lifetime Award of Excellence in Reforms.

The Planning Committee, chaired by Dr. Suleiman Haruna, is actively preparing for the event in partnership with media and security agencies.