Basil Agboarumi Appointed Chairman of NIPR Aviation Hub Management Committee
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has announced the appointment of Basil Agboarumi as the Chairman of the newly established NIPR Aviation Hub Management Committee.
The decision was confirmed by the NIPR Governing Council during its 115th meeting held on August 24, 2024.
Agboarumi, who boasts a distinguished career in Nigeria’s aviation sector, previously served as the Managing Director of Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC.
His extensive experience in corporate and governmental affairs includes his tenure as Executive Director at SIFAX Group, where he led key communications and industry engagement initiatives.
This wealth of expertise has made Agboarumi the ideal candidate to spearhead the NIPR Aviation Hub.
The Aviation Hub, conceived as an enterprise under NIPR’s broader mission, will play a crucial role in promoting public relations excellence within the aviation industry.
The management committee of the Hub will consist of five to seven members, tasked with driving strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing industry standards.
Agboarumi’s appointment reflects NIPR’s confidence in his ability to lead this important initiative.
In an official statement, the NIPR lauded Agboarumi for his dedication and commitment to advancing the role of public relations within the aviation sector.
His leadership is expected to propel the Aviation Hub into becoming a key player in the industry.
The inauguration ceremony for the Management Committee was held virtually on August 29, 2024, with NIPR National President, Dr Ike Neliaku, presiding over the event. The inauguration also saw the appointment of chairpersons for other newly created hubs.
Dr Jossy Nkwocha was appointed to lead the Energy Hub, Mr Rasheed Bolarinwa for the Finance Hub, Mrs Thelma Okoh for the Maritime Hub, while Dr Ahmad Sajoh was selected to head the Anti-Corruption and Consumer Protection Hub.
The Young Practitioners Hub will be chaired by Miss Chimdi Neliaku.
NIPR remains committed to elevating public relations standards across various industries, with the Aviation Hub expected to play a transformative role in the sector’s development under Agboarumi’s leadership.
