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The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, has elected new council that would run the affairs of the Institute.
The elected council members are Dr. Ike Neliaku, Prof Emmanuel Dandaura and Dr. Sule Ya’u Sule alongside 14 others.
The members were elected at the end of the Institute’ Conference and Annual General Meeting held at the Nigerian Air Force Conference Hall Abuja on Friday.
The the elected members who formed an Electoral College have equally elected Dr. Ike Neliaku of FCT Chapter as the President and Prof. Emmanuel Dandaura of Nasarawa chapter as Vice President, who are also to double as Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Governing Council for a tenure of two years.
The major contenders for the Presidency of the institute were two Fellows of NIPR, Dr. Ike Neliaku of FCT Chapter and Mrs. Nkechi Ali-Balogun of Lagos Chapter.
The Institute is run by a 22-member Governing Council made up of 17 elected members and 5 nominees of the Federal Government.
The Presidential Candidate from the Lagos chapter Mrs Nkechi Ali-Balogun who has been a council member of the Institute since 2018, has since conceded defeat where she issued a highly rich and motivating congratulatory statement saying:
“Having participated in this keenly contested Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) National Governing Council elections but with an outcome that did not go my way, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the brilliant minds chosen to lead the Institute into a new era.
I greet my worthy co-contestant Dr. Ike Neliaku, his Vice Prof. Emmanuel Dandaura, and of course all members of the newly elected Council. I celebrate you.
“For me, this election was more than just a process. It was a testament to the unwavering passion of remarkable individuals to better our noble profession. It was a strong commitment to the NIPR’s growth and evolution.
“Even in defeat, I stand bowed but not cowed. My heart swells with pride as i thank all my professional colleagues, for your support and goodwill even if you did not vote for me.
“The elections have come and gone but the NIPR will not just remain but remain stronger. I urge us all to unite behind the new leadership.
“To our newly elected President, Vice President and the entire Governing Council you carry a monumental responsibility. NIPR is at a crossroad and It is incumbent upon you to build upon the foundation laid by previous administrations.
“I have implicit faith in your leadership, and I firmly believe that your expertise and dedication will re-mould the destiny of the NIPR and redefine the landscape of public relations in our beloved country, Nigeria.
“For those who specifically supported my ambition, my heart brims with gratitude.
“Though the results have forced my path to take a different turn, I assure you all that my commitment to NIPR’s growth remains unshaken. I look ahead with unwavering determination to continue contributing to this noble cause in various capacities. The flame of professionalism within the field of public relations in me shall burn even brighter than ever before”.
Below is the result of the NIPR Election on 24th August 2023:
Elected 17 Council Members:
- Dr SuleYau Sule-868 void 20
- Ini Ememobong Essien-867 void 3
- Dr Ike Neliaku-830 void 10
- Bashir Adamu Chedi-815 void 18
- Dr Adewale Oladipo Oyekanmi-811 void 23
- Okoh Thelma Chika-808 void 22
- Kabir Ali Kobi-795 void 3
- Adaramola Temitope-788 void 13
- Professor Kate Azuga Ominuga-753 void 11
- Dr Saidat Salah Abdulnaqi-713 void 27
- Prof Emmanuel Dandaura-695 void 16
- Professor Sarah Benjamin Luwahas-673 void 10
- Prince Ford Ozumba-656 void 6
- Pastor Paulinus Eyinda Nsirim-648 void 2
- Olubunmi Adedoyin Badejo-630 void 12
- Akin Agbejule-612 void 25.
- Bajulaye Adetokunbo-593 void 23
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Other Candidates - Yakubu Gomos-584 void 3
- Charles Aniagu-485 void 14.
- Sajoh Ahmad Ibrahim -390 void 7
- Nkechi Ali-Balogun-375 void 11
- Aliyu Umar Aliyu-314 void 13.
- Hogan Eyo Bassey-305 void 6
- Afolabi Olajuwon-288 void 9.
- Lamidi Ishola Kamarudeen- 288 void 8
- Sunday Adelabu Adeyemi Adejorin-239 void 7
- Samuel Tobih Oseluka-233 void 3
- Princely Kingsley Ngunu-208 void.