Deacon Chukwudi Abiandu Inducted into Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) as 327 New Members Take Oath
ASABA/Nigeria: The President and Editor-in-chief of Banner Communication Network, publishers of banneronlinenews.com, Chukwudi Abiandu, was formally inducted into the esteemed Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) on Friday, December 1, 2023. The induction, conducted via Zoom, witnessed a significant cohort of 327 new inductees taking the NIPR oath, affirming their commitment to professional and ethical standards within the realm of public relations.
A graduate of Mass Communication and also the Founder/Principal Consultant of Chukson Public Relations Consults, a firm of Public Relations Consultants, Deacon Abiandu participated in the induction proceedings alongside 326 other individuals, virtually affirming their allegiance to the ethos of the NIPR.
Distinguished members of the NIPR Council, including Prof. Dan Daura (FNIPR) and Prof. Oke Ikechukwu (FNIPR), graced the occasion. Prof. Ikechukwu, speaking on behalf of the vice chairman of the Council, extended warm congratulations to the new inductees on their entry into the esteemed fold of the NIPR.
He commended their dedication to upholding the ethical standards of the profession and urged them to immerse themselves in understanding the principles and expectations outlined in the Public Relations Code of Ethics.
Highlighting the importance of comprehending the foundational principles, Prof. Ikechukwu emphasized the significance of the 1990 Act CAP N 114 Laws of Nigeria, encouraging inductees to familiarize themselves with the legislation governing the operations of the NIPR.
Furthermore, he articulated the pivotal role of Public Relations practitioners in fostering national value reorientation and emphasized the imperative nature of promoting Nigerian products through the advocacy of locally made goods, underscoring the responsibility of practitioners in this regard.
The event marked a significant juncture for the NIPR, signifying a new phase for the institute. Prof. Ikechukwu’s address underscored the evolving landscape of public relations and the vital role practitioners play in shaping the narrative while emphasizing ethical and professional conduct.
The induction ceremony served not only as a moment of celebration but also as a call to duty, urging the new inductees to champion ethical standards and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of the public relations profession in Nigeria.
