Neliaku Inaugurates “NIPR Anti-Corruption and Consumer Protection Hub”
The President and Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, Dr. Ike Neliaku, has inaugurated members of the Institute’s Anti-Corruption and Consumer Protection Hub (ACCP-Hub)
The members, drawn from NIPR, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC; Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Offences Commission, ICPC; Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC; and the National Film and Video Censors Board, NFVCB; are 22 in number.
Dr. Ahmad Sajoh, a Fellow of the Institute and one-time Information Commissioner in Adamawa State, will Chair the Hub, which according to Neliaku, has a lifespan of 10 years to discharge their mandate.
In his remarks at the inauguration event, the NIPR President explained that their ACCP Hub was established to promote ethical practices, transparency and consumer rights in Nigeria.
The initiative, Neliaku said, is in collaboration with EFCC, ICPC, FCCPC and NFVCB. “The Hub aims to address corruption, protect consumers, and uphold public interest through public relations and communication strategies.
“Among the objectives the ACCP Hub seeks to achieve is raising awareness about corruption and consumer rights through strategic communication, media campaigns, and public relations initiatives.
“It is also to develop the skills and competencies of public relations professionals and other stakeholders in effectively communicating and addressing issues of corruption and consumer protection.
“Equally, it is for supporting monitoring mechanisms and public reporting systems for anti-corruption measures and consumer protection efforts, ensuring accountability and justice”.
