Abuja: The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has designated the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) as its official digital and wire service provider for the 2026 World Public Relations Forum (WPRF). The acting President of the Institute, Prof. Emmanuel Dandaura, disclosed this during the signing of the partnership’s Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the NAN Headquarters in Abuja.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Dandaura, who signed on behalf of NIPR, explained that the institute would host the 2026 WPRF from November 15 to 21, under the theme ‘Responsible Communication: The Voice of the World’. He described the forum as an opportunity for the NIPR and its partners to showcase Nigeria to the world. Dandaura emphasized the significance of the event, given Nigeria’s prior reputation issues, and highlighted the potential economic benefits as participants from 126 countries, including professionals and government leaders, would attend.
The president mentioned that the Institute would also host the 2025 Annual General Meeting of the African Public Relation Association during the event. The 25th Anniversary of the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management would be celebrated as well. Dandaura underscored the importance of the MoU with NAN, citing the agency’s role in news gathering and dissemination.
Dr. Muhammad Kudu Abubakar, Chairman of the Communication and Media Relations Work Team for WPRF, elaborated on NAN’s responsibilities under the MoU, including live digital coverage and broadcasting sponsored content during the event. Managing Director of NAN, Ali Muhammad Ali, described the agency as a dependable ally for the WPR Forum. He noted NAN’s partnerships with global brands like AFP, Routers, and Xinhua, and its extensive network and editorial staff across Nigeria, which enable it to provide trusted and balanced news coverage.