Global Alliance Announces Host of World Public Relations Forum 2026
The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management announces that the bid to host the World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) 2026 has been awarded to the African continent. Following a thorough and highly competitive evaluation, the selection process was exceptionally challenging due to the outstanding quality of all submissions.
The WPRF 2026 will take place in Abuja, Nigeria, hosted by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). This remarkable achievement highlights NIPR’s dedication to excellence in public relations and its growing influence on the global stage.
"Securing the privilege to host WPRF 2026 is a testament to Nigeria’s expanding role in international PR and communication. It reflects the professionalism, leadership, and commitment of NIPR in advancing public relations practices across Africa and beyond," said Prof. Justin Green, President and CEO of the Global Alliance.
The WPRF 2026 will serve as a global platform to showcase Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, thriving communication industry, and innovative approaches to public relations. The forum is expected to foster knowledge-sharing, professional collaboration, and meaningful dialogue on the future of PR and communication worldwide.
“The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), working with the support of leading Public Relations stakeholders in Africa, is determined to host the best, biggest, and brightest World Pubilc Relations Forum, ever held. We are not joking, we mean every word, and we will do it. We have the capacity, we have the competence, and we have the character to get it done, in record time too”, said Dr. Ike Neliaku, President of NIPR.
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