The minister, who vowed that Nigeria would continue to play a leading role in strengthening and elevating public relations practice both in the country and and across Africa, used the medium to express delight in the recent election of a Nigerian, Dr Omoniyi Ibietan, as the Secretary-General of the African Public Relations Association, APRA.
She said the theme of this year's commemoration, 'The Evidence is Clear: Invest in Prevention,' underscores the crucial need for proactive measures to address the issues before they take root.
A statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Jackson Udom, quoted the President of the Senate saying," I am very happy because people that are supposed to be here are here. Let me at this point, appeal for the support and cooperation of the Akwa Ibom State Government and my brothers and sisters for the construction companies, who would be handling this road project.
He said the theme of the retreat "Efficient Management of Federation Account" is apt and timely as FAAC remains the major source of revenue for the federal, state and local governments to fund developmental projects.
A statement by the Executive Secretary, Scholarship Board, Dr. Kagu Abubakar, said the gesture by the governor was to ensure that no Yobe indigene is denied the opportunity of attending law school as a result of lack of funds.