Goronyo Bags NIPR Fellowship, Reinforces Commitment To Strategic Communication
By Alice Etuka, Abuja
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has conferred its prestigious Fellowship on the Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to strategic communication, leadership, and national development.
Special Adviser to the Minister on Media, Abdullahi Mohammed announced this in a statement on Friday.
Mohammed informed that the Fellowship, conferred on Thursday, 23rd April 2026, remained one of the highest distinctions of the Institute, reserved for individuals who had demonstrated exceptional influence in advancing the ideals and professional standards of public relations in Nigeria and beyond.
He added that Bello Goronyo’s conferment underscored his consistent efforts in promoting transparency, strengthening government–citizen engagement, and institutionalising effective communication as a vital tool in the delivery of infrastructure and public service.
“His approach aligns strongly with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which prioritises inclusive governance, accountability, and sustainable national development, with particular emphasis on accelerated infrastructure development across the country.
“The Minister has continued to emphasise clear, proactive, and responsible communication in the execution of key infrastructure projects nationwide.
“This has significantly enhanced public trust, improved stakeholder engagement, and ensured that Nigerians remain well-informed about government initiatives and ongoing infrastructural developments”, he said.
The Minister also called on the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) to further leverage its prestigious platforms and institutional capacity in promoting public awareness of the policies, programmes, and achievements of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, particularly in the area of infrastructure development under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
He stressed that the Institute, as the nation’s foremost professional communication body, has a critical responsibility to effectively inform the public about ongoing infrastructural projects, policy reforms, and the tangible impact of government efforts on national development.
He also expressed profound appreciation to the Institute for the honour, describing it as both a recognition of service and a renewed call to greater responsibility.
Furthermore, he reiterated the importance of ethical and professional communication in governance, noting that it remained indispensable in building public confidence in institutions and sustaining development outcomes.
The Minister therefore reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote professionalism, capacity development, and adherence to global best practices within the public relations sector.
Also honoured as Honorary Fellow-Designates were other distinguished personalities across various sectors, whose contributions had significantly impacted governance, education, security, traditional leadership, and media development:
The Institute noted that the selection of awardees reflects a broad recognition of excellence, integrity, and dedication to advancing communication as a strategic instrument for national growth.
