The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has congratulated Dr. Omoniyi Ibietan on his re-election as Secretary General of the African Public Relations Association (APRA), describing the achievement as a testament to his professionalism, dedication and outstanding contributions to the public relations profession across Africa.
In a statement issued on Sunday by the Minister’s Special Assistant on Media, Rabiu Ibrahim, the minister said Dr. Ibietan’s re-election at the APRA General Assembly in Swakopmund, Namibia, reflected the confidence reposed in him by public relations professionals across the continent. At the election, Mr. Arik Karani of Kenya emerged as President, while Professor Michele Mekeme of Cameroon was elected Vice President.
Mohammed Idris said the honour bestowed on Dr. Ibietan was not only a recognition of his professional excellence but also a source of pride for Nigeria and the entire communications community.
“On behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria, I congratulate Dr. Omoniyi Ibietan on his well-deserved re-election as Secretary General of APRA. This honour is not only a recognition of his professional excellence but also a source of pride for Nigeria and the entire communications community,” the minister said.
He expressed confidence that Dr. Ibietan would continue to provide purposeful leadership as APRA strengthens collaboration among communication professionals across Africa and advances the continent’s digital transformation agenda.
The minister also commended APRA for its commitment to promoting ethical communication and strengthening the public relations profession across Africa, while reaffirming Nigeria’s readiness to host the 37th APRA Annual Conference alongside the World Public Relations Forum in Abuja later this year.
