National Spokespersons Summit (NSS) 2025

About The Event

The National Spokespersons Summit (NSS) is Nigeria’s premier platform for spokespersons across public, private, and civil society sectors. Organized by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), this summit equips professionals with the skills to craft compelling messages, manage expectations, and shape narratives that drive good governance, economic growth, and national unity.

The NSS is dedicated to strengthening spokespersons and advancing leadership communication in Nigeria. The inaugural edition, held from 25th – 28th March 2024, attracted top government officials, legislators, diplomats, academics, and industry leaders.

The 2nd edition will expand this vision by deepening knowledge and exposing participants to global best practices in reputation management, crisis communication, and strategic messaging.

Join us from 14th – 17th April 2025 at the Abuja Continental Hotel, FCT, to engage with experts on shaping Nigeria’s communication landscape.

Who Should Attend?

Spokespersons & PR professionals

Government & corporate communications officers

Media executives & journalists

Policy makers, legislators & public affairs analysts

Industry leaders & reputation managers

Academia & thought leaders

Venue

Ladi Kwali Hall, Abuja Continental Hotel

Date

14th – 17th April 2025

Theme:

Integrity and Evolving Roles of Spokespersons in Leadership Communication

Schedule of Activities

DAY ONE: Monday, 14th April 2025

Arrivals & Registration

DAY TWO: Tuesday, 15th April 2025

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Opening Ceremony

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break

1:30 PM – 5:15 PM: Spokespersons Clinic with Former Ministers of Information

Session I (1:30 PM – 3:20 PM)

Chairman: Alh. Mohammed Idris, fnipr

Moderator: Morayo Afolabi-Brown (MD, TVC)

Speakers:

Hon. Lai Mohammed, fnipr, CON- Former Minister (11 Nov. 2015 – 29 May 2023)
Hon. Frank Nweke II, FNIPR, OFR – Former Minister (June 2005 – Jan. 2007)
Hon. Oladapo Babatunde Sarumi, Former Minister (June 1999 – Jan. 2001)
Hon. John Nnia Nwodo, FNIPR, OFR - Former Minister (9 June 1998 – 29 May 1999)
Hon. Prof. Jerry Gana, fnipr, CON – Former Minister (1993-95 & 2001-2003)

Session II (3:30 PM – 5:15 PM)

Chairman: Alh. Mohammed Idris, fnipr

Moderator: Tari Taylaur (ED, Programmes, NTA)

Speakers:

Hon. Labaran Maku, FNIPR, CON - Former Minister (Dec. 2010 – Jan., 2015)
Hon. Chukwuemeka Chikelu, FNIPR - Former Minister (July 2003 – June 2005)
Hon. Mrs. Patricia Akwashiki, FNIPR - Former Minister (Mar. 2015 – May 2015)
Hon. Ikeobasi Mokelu, CON - Former Minister (1997-June 1998)
Hon. Dr. Walter Ofonagoro, FNIPR – Former Minister (March 1995-1997)

DAY THREE: Wednesday, 16th April 2025

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Plenary – Review of Day One Activities

Syndicate Session I (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

Synching Profit and Social Responsibility for Sustainable PR Practice
Resource Person: Chief Adetokunboh Modupe, mnipr
Moderator: Dr. Mohammed Bulama, mnipr (DG, FRCN)
The Future of Media Relations in a Fragmented Information Landscape
Resource Person: Mallam Mahmud Jega
Moderator: ED, AIT

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch Break

Syndicate Session II (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM)

From Local to Global: Elevating Nigerian Brands through Strategic Storytelling
Resource Person: Nkechi Ali-Balogun
Moderator: Mallam Jibrin Baba Ndace, DG VON
Inclusive Communication for Managing Diversity & National Cohesion
Resource Person: Dr. Umaru Jibrin Gwandu
Moderator: Channels TV (Mrs. Maupe Ogun-Yusuf)

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Closing Plenary Session

7:00 PM: Closing Dinner & National Spokespersons Awards