The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has said that Nigeria as a nation needs effective leadership to overcome its current socio-economic challenges.
In a statement signed by the institute’s Director of Public Relations, Mr. Stanley Ogadigo, the NIPR President and Chairman of Council, Dr. Ike Neliaku said that though the institute believed in the strength, potential and viability of Nigeria, leadership remained a challenge that needed to be addressed for a better Nigeria.
In his new year message, he emphasised that for leaders to be exceptional, they needed to communicate effectively.
“It is important to note that value of leadership cannot be quantified. Effective leadership is required across public, private, formal and informal sectors to tackle developmental challenges that the nation faces today,” he said.
He admonished citizens to embrace the culture of good followership, noting that “It is equally vital to understand that effective leadership must rest on the shoulders of strong followers for meaningful development to occur.”
Neliaku assured that as an organisation with the largest body of knowledge in leadership communication in Nigeria, the institute was willing and ready to support in the efforts to build the capacity of leaders that will offer quality service to the populace.
While acknowledging that the previous year was difficult for the majority, Dr. Neliaku charged Nigerians to move into the new year with hope, confidence and faith, engaging in relationships that will inspire a brighter Nigeria.
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