Kaduna State will host the 2026 Nigeria Public Relations Week (NPRW), following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). The event is scheduled to hold from April 19 to 25, 2026, in partnership with the Kaduna State Government.
Governor Uba Sani described the selection as both an honour and a responsibility, noting that Kaduna has the experience and capacity to deliver a successful national event. The theme for NPRW 2026, “Food Security: From Policy Papers to Public Plates – The Public Relations Imperatives,” reflects Nigeria’s urgent food security challenges and aligns with the state’s agricultural policies.
“This theme aligns with our commitment to tackle poverty, unemployment, and insecurity through sustainable food systems,” Sani said, emphasizing the role of public relations in connecting government policies with citizens’ daily realities.
The week-long programme will feature the NIPR Annual General Meeting, strategic media engagements, an executive roundtable on food security, fellowship inductions, and capacity-building sessions. Attendees will also tour Kaduna’s key development projects in agriculture, infrastructure, and industrialisation.
Over 2,000 participants, including PR professionals, policymakers, academics, and development partners from across Nigeria and beyond, are expected. Kaduna was chosen after a rigorous assessment that considered crisis management, peace-building, inclusive infrastructure, and economic reforms.
Governor Sani highlighted ongoing agricultural investments, including the Special Agro-Processing Zone, the Africa Quality Assurance Centre, and a $200 million Mega Poultry Project. Agriculture accounts for 11 per cent of the proposed 2026 state budget, underlining the government’s commitment to agricultural transformation.
He also expressed appreciation for support from President Bola Tinubu and, as Patron of NIPR, affirmed that Kaduna will host a world-class event that delivers lasting value for participants and the nation.
