As part of its determined push to solidify Nigeria’s digital future, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has initiated moves towards leaning on strategic public relations expertise to translate regulatory reforms into sustained investor momentum and international recognition.
At a meeting at its headquarters situated in Maitama-Abuja, the Executive Vice Chairman of the Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida received in audience a high-powered delegation from the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), led by its President, Dr. Ike Neliaku, during which he pledged ongoing cooperation to reshape public perception and stakeholder trust in the telecom sector.
The NCC EVC spotlighted the NIPR’s impressive victory in securing hosting rights for the 2026 World Public Relations Forum, which he described as “a masterclass in effective advocacy” which Nigeria can replicate on bigger stages.
Dr. Maida tasked the NIPR with leveraging the upcoming African Telecoms Union Conference in July 2026 to burnish the country’s global image.
He noted ongoing initiatives aimed at transparency and consumer empowerment, from Critical National Information Infrastructure safeguards and simplified tariffs to nationwide coverage mapping, saying they are vital tools for building a competitive and accountable industry.
Maida pointed to early wins from tough policy choices, investors’ appetite has returned strongly, and shifting focus from mere survival to ambitious expansion.
According to Maida; “This is something we have not seen for years. The surge is as a result of the restored faith in government reforms, regulatory stability, and untapped market potential.
Earlier, the NIPR president, Dr. Ike Neliaku reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to supporting the NCC through targeted campaigns that promote ethical communication and public understanding of the Commission’s digital economy agenda.
The fresh collaboration signals a deliberate strategy: combining regulatory muscle with world-class public relations to not only stabilize Nigeria’s telecom industry, but to also position it as a magnet for capital growth and global leadership.
