Segun McMedal

 

The Nigeria Digital Public Relations Summit has announced the constitution of a six-member Advisory Board that will provide independent counsel, industry insight, and strategic support to strengthen the Summit’s relevance, reach, and impact.

The establishment of the Board, comprising  respected professionals from Public Relations (PR), Strategic Communications, Media, and Digital Innovation, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of the Summit, now in its 11th year.

Led by Yomi Badejo Okusanya, Lead Partner, CMC Connect LLP and former President  of the African  Public Relations  Association (AFPRA), the Board is also expected to champion strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement, industry advocacy, and professional development initiatives that advance Digital Public Relations  practice in Nigeria and across Africa.

Speaking on behalf of the Advisory Board,  Okusanya  expressed the commitment of the Board to supporting  the summit’s continued growth.

 “As an Advisory Board, we are committed to supporting its continued growth and to helping shape a profession that is equipped to lead in an increasingly complex communications environment,” he stated.

The Convener, Segun McMedal, described the appointments as a defining step in the Summit’s growth, describing the establishment of the Advisory Board as an important landmark in the evolution of the summit.

Other Members of the Advisory Board include:  Vice President, Corporate Communications, Airtel Africa, Emeka Oparah;  Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Image Merchants Promotion Limited, publishers of PRNigeria and Economic Confidential, Yushau A. Shaun; and Founder and Principal Consultant, MosronCommunications, Tolulope Olorundero.