By Ovat Abeng
The Anambra State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has officially unveiled its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Summit, through the Honourable Commissioner for Information, Dr Law Mefor.
The two-day event, themed “Managing Reputation Capital in the Digital Age: Influence, Integrity and Impact,” is scheduled to hold from 12 to 13 March 2026 and is expected to attract leading voices in public relations, governance, academia, and policy formulation.
The first day of the programme, Thursday, 12 March 2026, will feature a Students and Young Professionals Forum at the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Igbariam Campus. The forum will be headlined by Dr Uche Nworah, Founder and President of Charlton Business School, Abuja, who will deliver a keynote address titled “Breaking Ground Early: Building a Career in Public Relations.”
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Activities on the second day, Friday, 13 March 2026, will climax with the Main Summit and Annual General Meeting at the International Convention Centre, Awka. The keynote address at the summit will be delivered by Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).
The summit will convene industry leaders, policymakers, academics, and public relations practitioners for high-level discussions on ethics, reputation management, and digital influence in an increasingly complex media environment. Key highlights of the event include awards presentations, electronic elections, and strategic engagements aimed at shaping the future of public relations practice in Nigeria.
With this landmark gathering, Anambra State is set to reinforce its position as a hub for thought leadership and professional excellence in public relations. Further details on the event will be communicated in due course.
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The information was contained in a statement signed and made available to Journalists in Awka on Monday by the Chairman, Local organizing committee, Dr Nelson Omenugha.
